You’re Not Invited
Family holidays can be a time for the resolution of disputes and the growth of relationships. But you must first have an invitation to attend. When they went on their yearly vacation, these parents appeared to have forgotten about that.
On the other side, being left alone as a teenager was probably very nice. We are confident we would have appreciated it. But at least they ought to have asked him, and when he declined, they ought to have left on their own.
Laundry Service
A little bit of occasional meanness from your stepparent is one thing, but chronic meanness can demoralize you. This poor kid only wanted to live their best life, but due to their stepdad’s actions, they were unable to do so.
These were all unnecessary, especially the laundry. We are genuinely surprised that the boy’s mother remained silent.