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I’m gonna be honest, I’m not asking for a friend, I’m asking for myself. Our daughter (24) married this man (65) in September. She herself stated money was the main reason, and he knows it but it doesn’t bother him. Both my husband & I are having a very hard time getting used to the idea.

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[–] boletus@sh.itjust.works 13 points 12 hours ago (1 children)

I'm with you with everything except for the regret part. Some decisions have consequences that you can't just get over. Life ruining consequences that follow you for the rest of your life. This probably isn't it, but as an adult you need to take responsibility for making those decisions without expecting daddy and mommy to always pull you out.

[–] littlewonder@lemmy.world 13 points 9 hours ago* (last edited 9 hours ago) (1 children)

I'm not sure how you interpreted my comment to mean that "Mommy and Daddy" would need to pull her out. I only suggested they be there with love and not shame so she doesn't stop speaking to them.

[–] boletus@sh.itjust.works 5 points 9 hours ago

I interpreted it as you implying that if shit hits the fan, her parents have to pick up the pieces. You're right though, parents should be there with support, not to shame their children.