Iris’s husband, Paul, left her and their two kids with a mere $20 for three days while he went to a wedding alone. Frustrated and desperate, Iris made a bold move to teach him a lesson. What Paul came home to left him stunned and in tears.
Hi, I’m Iris. Life isn’t as picture-perfect as it seems from the outside. I’m a stay-at-home mom raising two little whirlwinds—eight-year-old Ollie and six-year-old Sophie. My husband Paul has a steady job, and while he’s a great dad who spoils the kids with gifts, lately, something’s been off.
Paul used to be more involved with us, but after our second child, his focus shifted to work. Gone were the spontaneous date nights and family time. Anytime I’d suggest doing something together, his excuse was always “work stress” or “needing me time.” At first, I shrugged it off, but it started to eat away at me.
Last week, things took a turn for the worse. Paul came home one afternoon, excitedly announcing he’d be attending a friend’s wedding for three days. My heart skipped a beat, thinking this could be a chance for us to escape the daily grind, even if just for a bit. But my excitement quickly crumbled when I found out only he was invited.
“Why not me?” I asked, disappointment clear in my voice.
Paul explained that his friend Alex wanted a small, intimate gathering without partners. That struck me as odd, and I couldn’t help but ask, “Are there single women attending?” I bit my lip nervously, regretting the words as soon as they left my mouth.
Paul’s mood shifted instantly. “Iris, come on,” he said, irritation creeping into his voice. I tried to lighten the mood by joking, “Just kidding! Stay away from those single ladies, alright?”
Big mistake. What I intended as playful teasing turned into a full-blown argument. Paul accused me of being controlling and paranoid, lecturing me about trust and healthy relationships. It hurt, especially since all I wanted was to feel more connected with him.
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