Redditor Contemplates Pulling The Plug On Baecation As Girlfriend Muddies Their Trip By Constantly Lamenting About Her Financial Woes

“She keeps complaining, but won’t accept any of my suggestions.”

Jesse

• Published in Interesting
• September 28, 2023

Money issues have an uncanny ability to evoke powerful emotions and tensions within relationships. The financial strain doesn't just gnaw at our wallets but also at our peace of mind, often leading to outbursts or disagreements.

In the heart of the UK, two concert-goers find themselves embroiled in such a dispute. As our narrator (OP) and their partner eagerly await an upcoming concert, their plan is simple: attend the concert, enjoy an overnight stay, and briefly indulge in the city's delights.

However, as the financial realities of their escapade became clear, cracks began to form.

OP’s partner began lamenting about how the concrete is sure to eat deep into her monthly budget. As a caring partner, OP made a few suggestions to help save money on their trip—one of which was to take an early train home to avoid having to buy meals and drinks after the concert.

On the surface, it seemed odd to hang out without having a few drinks, but it was a pragmatic compromise to alleviate her financial woes.

To OP’s surprise, their partner rejected their proposal and argued that their food wasn’t expensive enough to be cut out of their plans. Shortly after, she resumed complaining all over again.

OP kept trying their best to offer cost-saving solutions to change her mood, but she kept throwing them back at their face. It was almost as though their suggestions were adding fuel to the fire.

Finally, OP was left with no choice but to suggest cutting the trip short. If she was unhappy and unwilling to accept their help, then maybe it was best to wrap up the entire trip.

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The story in detail

A little background

OP’s partner complained about being broke due to the concert. But all their efforts to offer a solution was turned down

OP is now contemplating cutting the trip short

Here’s how the Reddit community reacted to the story:

“When people complain about stuff, sometimes we are just looking for sympathy.”

“NTB, but stop trying to push your solution to the problem.“

“NTB, just allow your gf to vent. She's getting annoyed with you trying to fix it because she's not asking for your help to fix it.”

“It’s like people don’t even try to listen. She is complaining, not asking for help or solutions.“

“NBH you weren’t wrong for suggesting alternatives but your gf still wants to have a nice time.”

“Do not assume she understands you cannot help - she may not understand.”

“She’s just venting. If she’s fine with the potential money that’s gonna be spent, then oh well.”

“NTB. She is trying to get you to offer to pay for her. Don't.”

Maybe OP should have offered to give her some money

“YTB, stop trying to fix women’s problems. We just want to vent.”

The Reddit community doesn’t have anything against OP’s offer. From the comments, OP has even been applauded for trying to be resourceful in that situation.

Probably, their partner doesn’t need any help and just wants to vent her frustrations. Or, she could be indirectly asking OP to cover up some of her expenses.

What do you think? Tell us in the comments below.

Jesse