Woman Refuses To Make Thanksgiving Dinner Without The Help Of Her Husband

In most households, Thanksgiving planning is a collaborative effort, with various family members contributing their time and ideas to create a memorable feast. But for this Reddit user, Thanksgiving preparation became an unexpected burden.

Thanksgiving was destined to be different. With the ongoing pandemic, the usual family gathering couldn't take place. Yet, even with the change in circumstances, the family found themselves in a predicament - no one seemed to have taken charge of planning the Thanksgiving meal.

OP, a working woman with an equal share of household responsibilities, was caught off guard when her husband questioned the absence of a turkey just before Thanksgiving. Feeling baffled and frustrated, she questioned why the task of planning Thanksgiving was suddenly thrust upon her without prior discussion or involvement from her spouse or children.

The husband's reaction to the situation was less than understanding. Instead of acknowledging the miscommunication and working together to find a solution, he lashed out at OP, using hurtful words and storming off in anger.

It's essential to recognize that the responsibility of Thanksgiving planning should not fall solely on one person based on gender stereotypes or any other reasons. Traditions should be shared, and the burden of preparing a festive meal should be a collective effort involving all family members.

Furthermore, the children's input should be encouraged and valued. While the protagonist's children showed little concern for the traditional Thanksgiving feast, their feelings are valid.

Family traditions may evolve over time, and it's important to respect each family member's perspective and preferences.

OP is left wondering if she did anything wrong in this situation, so she turns to Reddit for guidance. Make sure you scroll down and read the full story, along with comments left by other Redditors.