Moving in together is a big step for any couple, but it can come with its fair share of challenges! 🏠💑 When this gal and her boyfriend decided to take the plunge and get a joint account for groceries, they thought they had it all figured out. 💰🛒 But little did they know, a simple $70 spend would turn into a dramatic showdown that left her questioning everything! 😨 Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of emotions, misunderstandings, and the age-old question: who's the a**hole in this situation? 🤔🍿
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🏠 Moving In Together: A New Chapter! 💑
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💰 The Grand Plan: $420 for the Month! 🛒
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🥚 Running Low on Staples: Time to Stock Up! 🥛
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💸 The Dreaded $70 Spend: Uh-Oh! 😬
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😨 The Ominous Message: What Did I Do Wrong? 📩
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💔 Instant Panic Mode: Heart Racing, Feeling Sick! 😰
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🍰 Explaining the Weekend Prep: Snacks, Staples, and More! 🍿
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🥐 Breaking Down the Costs: Milk, Eggs, Flour, Oh My! 🧈
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😕 Confusion and Hurt: I Wasn't Being Rude, Was I? 🤨
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😔 Left with an Awful Feeling: Is This Our Future? 😢
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🙅♀️ Not Wanting That Dynamic: Please, Anything But That! 🚫
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🤔 AITA for Spending the Money? I Need to Know! 🙏
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📝 EDIT: Breaking Down the Spend - $30 for Weekend, Rest for Necessities! 💸
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🎥 A Movie Weekend for Both: Our Share, Our Account! 👫
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🍿 The $70 Showdown: A Tale of Love, Money, and Movie Marathons! 💸😱
This gal thought she was doing the right thing by stocking up on essentials and treats for a fun movie weekend with her boyfriend and family. 🍰🥐 But when her boyfriend saw the $70 charge, all hell broke loose! 😱 He accused her of being rude and disrespectful, leaving her confused and hurt. 😕💔 Now she's left wondering if this is the beginning of a toxic dynamic she's seen in her own parents' relationship. 🙅♀️😢 Let's see what the internet has to say about this dramatic turn of events! 🌐👀 Is she the a**hole for spending the money, or is there more to this story than meets the eye? 🤔💰 Grab your popcorn, because this is about to get juicy! 🍿😋
Red flag! OP should re-examine her relationship with controlling BF. 🚨
prairiemountainzen | prairiemountainzen
Partner shouldn't control grocery spending. Communicate respectfully like adults. NTA 👍
Parsimonycake | Parsimonycake
Get out of there! 💪 Your mental health is more important. ❤️
littlemissadams | littlemissadams
Financial abuse is a red flag. NTA. Set boundaries. 👍
Ennah_Schemer | Ennah_Schemer
Red flag alert! Concerns about abusive behavior and financial control. 🚨
tlf555 | tlf555
Get out of the emotionally abusive relationship, seek help 🙉
capmanor1755 | capmanor1755
Controlling boyfriend causes drama over grocery shopping 🍕
TrayMc666 | TrayMc666
Is the BF controlling? INFO needed. 🤔🔔
2ReddYet | 2ReddYet
Take him grocery shopping 📲 to see how much things cost! 👀
postcardstocali | postcardstocali
Dating your dad? 🤯 Time to end it ASAP. NTA.
tipareth1978 | tipareth1978
Red flag alert! NTA for grocery expenses. Concerning response from BF.
-sallysomeone- | -sallysomeone-
Believe him when he shows you who he is 👍
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Partner's controlling behavior over groceries sparks support for OP. 👏
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NTA! Have a reality check talk with your controlling BF 👍
reappearingthread | reappearingthread
Partner's accusatory behavior raises red flags. NTA. 👍
Sodonewithidiots | Sodonewithidiots
Clarifying the breakdown of grocery expenses. 👍
TangeloMain9661 | TangeloMain9661
Partner's verbal abuse over groceries is not okay 😡
jsk1987 | jsk1987
Avoid joint accounts with controlling boyfriend. NTA 👍
jjj68548 | jjj68548
Controlling boyfriend scares partner over $70 grocery run. #NTA 😱
JCBashBash | JCBashBash
Controlling BF causes drama over grocery shopping. NTA.
wfowfo | wfowfo
🚩 Massive red flag! Reassess the situation, he's controlling. NTA.
Particular-Set5396 | Particular-Set5396
Red flags in controlling behavior, clear communication and boundaries needed. 👍
Snowconetypebanana | Snowconetypebanana
Engaging comment challenges assumptions and seeks clarification. 🤔
KaldaraFox | KaldaraFox
NTA. The commenter advises the OP to cut and run, as the boyfriend's behavior might become too controlling. They suggest withdrawing their contribution from the joint account and setting ultimatums for the boyfriend to pay for his share of the groceries or stay home. 🛍️💰
Djhinnwe | Djhinnwe
Time to move on from controlling partner. 👋
ERK1022 | ERK1022
Recognizing signs of abuse in relationships 🚫
Diasies_inMyHair | Diasies_inMyHair
Don't let him control your money! NTA 👏
BoxOfGoodies13 | BoxOfGoodies13
Defending the OP's $70 grocery run amidst food price hikes 👏
AbelMonsoon | AbelMonsoon
Take control of your finances, dump the controlling ex 💸
depressivedarling | depressivedarling
Trusting your partner with grocery shopping is a relationship must 💑
purplehippobitches | purplehippobitches
Partner's controlling behavior over groceries raises red flags 🚨
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Surviving on $420 for groceries? 😱 How do you do it?
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Don't ignore the red flags, it's time to move on! 💔
AKA_June_Monroe | AKA_June_Monroe
Grocery prices shock controlling boyfriend. 😱🍝
cyn507 | cyn507
Controlling behavior and emotional abuse in relationships not okay. 😔
eepithst | eepithst
Financial abuse warning in controlling relationship. Consider ending it. 💸
Dotty_Ford | Dotty_Ford
Does $70 put you in financial danger? Controlling BF?
Oxfordcomma42 | Oxfordcomma42
Suggests discussing budget but lacks empathy for her situation 🤔
Sleepy_Kat2596 | Sleepy_Kat2596
Take charge of grocery shopping, question him on purchases. #EqualPartners 👍 #NTA
Realistic-Animator-3 | Realistic-Animator-3
Controlling partner over $70 grocery money is a major red flag 🚨
Clear-Owl-378 | Clear-Owl-378
NTA spent $70 on groceries for both, BF is TA ❌
stone_the_crows | stone_the_crows
Listen to your body and reconsider your controlling partner 🙏
khcarter68 | khcarter68
Financial abuse? Red flag! Don't let him control you 💪
ConsitutionalHistory | ConsitutionalHistory
Joint account and trust: keys to a healthy relationship 👍
kheltar | kheltar
Stand up for yourself! NTA for wanting financial independence 👏
SheiB123 | SheiB123
Partner's controlling behavior is a red flag. NTA.
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Red flag alert: Fear and anxiety in a relationship 🚨
Mabelisms | Mabelisms
NTA but controlling behavior is a red flag 👍
DiggityGiggity8 | DiggityGiggity8
Escape the controlling boyfriend and his financial abuse. #NTA 👏
MyLalaRocky | MyLalaRocky
BF needs a reality check on grocery prices! 🤔
Whiskeygirl81 | Whiskeygirl81
Take control of your finances and relationship 💪
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NTA for buying essentials, strange reaction from controlling BF! 👏
Sailor_Pandora | Sailor_Pandora
Empowering response to controlling partner. 💪
OkAdministration7456 | OkAdministration7456
Demand respect and leave him! 🙌
EnvironmentalMenu336 | EnvironmentalMenu336
Separate accounts are better. Don't be afraid of your partner 👍
Silent_Syd241 | Silent_Syd241
Serious advice on leaving abusive relationships. Stay safe ❤
cheezitapplepie | cheezitapplepie
Maintaining financial independence in marriage, with grocery receipts as proof.
Puzzleheaded_Ad_6681 | Puzzleheaded_Ad_6681
OP's BF gets mad over shared grocery account. 🤦♀️
zenozkrga | zenozkrga
Take control of your finances and your life. Dump him. 💪🏼
HorrorAvatar | HorrorAvatar
Partner should make you feel safe and prices go up. NTA.
Too_much_audacity | Too_much_audacity
Listen to your heart ❤️. NTA for prioritizing groceries.
BubbaC619 | BubbaC619
Take control and run, girl! 🏃♀️💰 You're NTA.
TLGinger | TLGinger
Partner's controlling behavior is a red flag. Leave. 👍🏻
yeah_right_4685 | yeah_right_4685
Controlling BF conditioning partner to fear communication. Unhealthy relationship. 😢
lecorbeauamelasse | lecorbeauamelasse
Controlling BF shames GF for buying groceries? NTA, dump him! 💪
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Controlling boyfriend scares OP over grocery run. NTA.
Dogmother123 | Dogmother123
Food shopping is not a crime! NTA 😊🍕
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Take control of your finances 💰💪! Get your own account.
novaSky8 | novaSky8
Listen to your body, NTA. Controlling behavior is a red flag! 👍
Blonde2468 | Blonde2468
Signs of financial abuse? Concerned about boyfriend's controlling behavior 😔
GollyismyLolly | GollyismyLolly
Joint account for personal expenses? YTA according to comment.
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Standing up for basic necessities amidst controlling behavior. 💪
olderbutnotwiser31 | olderbutnotwiser31
NTA's $70 grocery run sparks red flags in controlling BF 😱
Commercial_Yellow344 | Commercial_Yellow344
Take control of your own life, seek therapy, and prioritize safety. 👍
CheckIntelligent7828 | CheckIntelligent7828
Trust your gut and don't seek validation from controlling partners 👍
mayfeelthis | mayfeelthis
Escape the control! 💪 NTA. 👏
Appropriate_Speech33 | Appropriate_Speech33
Controlling BF shames woman for $70 grocery run during pandemic. NTA.
Kernowek1066 | Kernowek1066
Controlling partner uses real name, NTA asks if there's more abuse.
Green_night_owl | Green_night_owl
Take control of your life! You deserve better! 💪🏼
Latter-Register5038 | Latter-Register5038
Controlling boyfriend tries to punish girlfriend for joint account use 😱
SimpleTennis517 | SimpleTennis517
Run for your life! 💪🏼
bloonfroot | bloonfroot
