Off The RecordConversei com meus netos sobre meu plano depois de saber que ela pune os filhos mandando-os me visitar

Gina fica furiosa ao saber que sua nora pune seus netos usando ela e sua casa. No entanto, ela garante que seus netos se sintam confortáveis ​​e protegidos com ela em vez de gritar com eles. Mais tarde, ela dá uma lição para sua nora que ela nunca vai esquecer.

Jacob, você comeu aquele doce que a mamãe estava guardando para o papai, e essa é a única razão pela qual estamos aqui. A mamãe te avisou para não fazer isso!” Algo que meu neto Thomas disse ao irmão mais novo chamou minha atenção.

Na cozinha, parei no meio do caminho entre a geladeira e o balcão, ouvindo se havia algum som adicional. O pensamento de que eu poderia ter ouvido Thomas direito fez meu coração afundar, pois significava que meus netos não queriam realmente vir aqui.

Caminhei lentamente em direção a eles, tentando parecer despreocupado.

“O que você quer dizer com isso, querida?”,  perguntei.

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Thomas levantou a cabeça, os olhos arregalados de medo de ser descoberto.

Ele disse:  “Ah, nada, vovó”,  um tanto abruptamente.

“Não, sério, está tudo bem,”  eu me ajoelhei até o nível deles e pressionei suavemente.  “Você pode me contar qualquer coisa.”

Thomas olhou para Jacob, que segurava seu brinquedo com força e mordiscava o lábio desconfortavelmente.

“Bem, toda vez que fazemos algo travesso, ou pedimos algo que não deveríamos…”  Thomas fez uma pausa.

“Claro, vá em frente”,  eu insisti suavemente.

“Mamãe disse que nos mandará para ‘a casa daquela bruxa’.”

“Aquela bruxa?”  Atordoado, repeti.

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Amanda, minha nora, nunca me demonstrou afeição, mas contar esse tipo de história para as crianças? Era tão cortante quanto uma faca no peito. Meu objetivo sempre foi proporcionar aos meus netos um ambiente seguro e acolhedor em minha casa.

Mas o que era isso?

para descobrir que Amanda estava influenciando as percepções das pessoas para que fossem contra mim?

Respirando fundo, tentei controlar minha voz. Fiquei pensando no que meus netos pensavam de mim, e meu coração caiu.

Ah, querida, eu disse.  “Eu nunca quis que você visse minha casa como uma fonte de punição. Você não tem obrigação de vir aqui se não quiser.”

“Mas nós gostamos daqui!”  Thomas deixou escapar.  “Mamãe acabou de nos avisar que este lugar pode ser amaldiçoado. E não é uma coisa horrível ser amaldiçoado? É horrível.”

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Isso era excessivo. Isso era simplesmente absurdo demais. A frieza de Amanda comigo era tolerável, mas trazer as crianças para isso era demais. Isso estava começando a ficar pessoal.

Eu precisava de uma estratégia para demonstrar genuinamente a Amanda que eu não permitiria que ela sabotasse meu relacionamento com meus netos e para lembrá-la da importância dos valores familiares.

Cumprimentei os meninos com um sorriso agradável e um ar de mistério na próxima vez que eles apareceram.

Eu disse a eles:  “Vamos, vamos comer uma torta.” “Mas eu também tenho um segredo para compartilhar com vocês.”

Seus olhos enormes me observavam.

“O que foi, vovó?”  Com um tom cheio de admiração, Jacob perguntou.

Baixei a voz para um sussurro de conspiração.

“Sua mãe estava certa”,  comentei.  “Eu sou uma bruxa.”

Os olhos de Jake se arregalaram e Thomas soltou um grito.

“Mas não se preocupe,”  eu disse apressadamente.  “Eu nunca te machucaria. Eu vou te ensinar mágica, na verdade.”

“Sério?”  Com uma pitada de suspeita misturada com ansiedade, Thomas questionou.

Fonte: Midjourney

“Sim, é verdade”,  eu disse, guiando-os até minha oficina de mago improvisada na sala de estar.

Praticamos truques básicos de mágica, assistimos a tutoriais de truques de mágica no YouTube e fizemos  “poções”  com bicarbonato de sódio, corante alimentício e várias plantas e temperos que eu tinha espalhados pela cozinha.

Os meninos ficaram totalmente cativados.

“Vovó, isso é tão legal!”  Uma pequena ‘poção’ borbulhou e borbulhou, e Jacob exclamou.

Dei-lhe um pequeno aceno e comentei:  “Estou feliz que você pense assim.” “Vocês dois são bruxos muito talentosos.”

Os meninos começaram a ficar ansiosos para me ver conforme os dias passavam. Um dia, meu filho Brian ligou e me contou tudo.

“Não sei o que você está fazendo, mãe”,  ele respondeu.  “No entanto, os meninos adoram estar lá. Eles estão constantemente pedindo para Amanda ou eu deixá-los lá.”

Fonte: Midjourney

Com um sorriso distraído, respondi:  “Estou tão feliz, querida.”

Eu já havia instruído os meninos a manterem nossos truques e a preparação de poções em segredo de seus pais. Não que eu estivesse escondendo algo de você ou algo assim. Eu simplesmente queria adiar a revelação até o momento ideal.

“O que vocês fazem?”  , Brian perguntou curioso.

“Passamos tempo juntos e eu os deixo ser crianças”,  respondi.

Um dia, os meninos imploraram para a mãe deixá-los passar a noite lá, pouco antes de Amanda chegar para buscá-los.

“Não, rapazes,”  ela comentou duramente.  “Temos que começar cedo amanhã, e eu não posso voltar para este lado da cidade.”

Os rapazes, no entanto, persistiram em seus gritos e súplicas.

Com um tom sarcástico, respondi:  “Ah, acho que você está sendo punida sendo levada para casa”,  olhando para Amanda.

Minhas palavras foram reconhecidas como sendo dela, e ela empalideceu.

“Gina, não era essa minha intenção quando disse isso”,  ela gaguejou.

Fonte: Midjourney

“Olha, Amanda, podemos discutir, mas não ouse envolver as crianças nisso. Por que você as regalaria com histórias sobre mim também? Isso é completamente inapropriado.”

Com um olhar de humilhação e culpa cobrindo suas feições delicadas, ela olhou para baixo.

“Eu não percebi o que eu disse”,  Amanda continuou.  “Eu só disse isso por raiva porque os meninos estavam sendo turbulentos.”

“É só que eu quero que eles se sintam amados e seguros aqui”,  eu disse.  “Podemos concordar com isso?”

Minha nora assentiu, com os olhos cheios de lágrimas.

“Claro, Gina, eu concordo. Sério, peço desculpas.”

“Eu aceito suas desculpas,”  eu disse calmamente.  “Mas agora precisamos seguir em frente, pelo bem deles.”

Depois disso, Amanda e eu experimentamos uma calma momentânea, e as visitas dos meninos não tinham a ansiedade ameaçadora pairando sobre eles. Nós nos divertimos muito rindo e aproveitando a companhia um do outro, com um certo charme envolvendo cada visita.

Coloquei os meninos para dormir uma noite para que Brian e Amanda pudessem ter um encontro. Os meninos iriam passar a noite comigo.

“Vovó, você é realmente uma bruxa?”  Jacob perguntou baixinho.

Sorrindo, tirei uma mecha de cabelo da testa dele.

“Não, meu querido filho”,  respondi.  “Não estou. No entanto, se você acredita em magia, ela existe. Ela é encontrada em nossa afeição compartilhada, em nosso prazer e nas memórias que criamos.”

Jacob, que estava meio dormindo, comentou:  “Vovó, eu gosto do seu tipo de magia.” “É menos assustador do que as maldições.”

Fonte: Midjourney

Apaguei a luz e acrescentei:  “Eu amo vocês dois, muito.”

Ainda entusiasmados com suas mais novas  descobertas “mágicas”  , os meninos correram para a cozinha enquanto eu preparava o café da manhã na manhã seguinte.

“Vovó, podemos fazer mais poções hoje?”  Com os olhos correndo pela cozinha para ver o que eu tinha nos balcões, Jacob perguntou.

“Obviamente,”  eu ri.  “Mas primeiro, que tal umas panquecas?”

Houve uma batida na porta enquanto nos preparávamos para jantar. Amanda estava ali, cautelosa, mas cheia de esperança.

Ela murmurou,  “Bom dia,”  calmamente.  “Eu estava esperando me juntar a você para o café da manhã.”

“Por favor, entre”,  eu disse a ela.  “Estamos prestes a começar.”

Amanda ouviu os meninos falando animadamente sobre suas façanhas fantásticas enquanto comíamos. Com um calor verdadeiro em seus olhos que eu não tinha notado antes, ela sorriu.

Fonte: Midjourney

Ela murmurou,  “Obrigada,”  enquanto os meninos iam brincar lá fora.  “Por tudo.”

“É tudo por eles”,  olhei de volta para ela.  “Eles merecem se sentir amados e felizes.”

“E eu sinto muito pelo que eu disse antes”,  ela respondeu.  “Eu cometi o erro de retratar sua casa como um covil de punição. De jeito nenhum. Na verdade, é mais aconchegante e quente que a nossa.”

Amanda fez um esforço para se comunicar mais comigo nas semanas seguintes. Sempre que podia, ela tentava convidar os rapazes e sempre trazia assados.

Brian comentou uma vez,  “Ela está tentando, mãe,”  quando chegou para pegar os meninos. Ela parecia ansiosa para visitar e passar um tempo com você e os meninos, como você pode ver. Isso significa muito para ela.

Dei um sorriso ao meu filho.

“Já era hora”,  declarei.

Como você teria respondido nessa situação?

My Husband Gifted Me Money for Breast Implants and a Nasty Note for My Birthday—I Taught Him a Harsh Lesson

Nikkie thought she had the perfect marriage until her husband, Jack, gave her a cruel birthday gift that shattered her self-esteem. Jack’s obsession with perfection pushes Nikkie to devise a clever plan to reclaim her worth and teach him an unforgettable lesson.

I’ve been married to my husband Jack for over a year, but we’ve been together for six. In the beginning, it felt like a fairy tale. Jack was my best friend, my confidant, and the love of my life. Our relationship was filled with laughter, late-night talks, and a bond that felt unbreakable.

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Silhouette of a happy couple enjoying sunset | Source: Pexels

If someone had told me a year ago that my prince charming would turn into a superficial stranger, I would have laughed it off. But here I am, on the brink of unraveling a story that broke me to pieces.

It all began six months ago when Jack’s innocent trip to the gym spiraled into an obsession that shattered my self-esteem and brought our once-perfect world crashing down.

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A person holding barbell | Source: Pexels

It started subtly. Jack would scroll through Instagram, stopping to show me pictures of fitness models with the “perfect” 90-60-90 figures. “Look at her, Nikkie,” he’d say, his eyes glimmering with admiration. “Isn’t she stunning? Imagine if you had a body like that.”

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Person holding a smartphone, scrolling through Instagram feed | Source: Pexels

I laughed it off at first, thinking it was just harmless admiration. But the comments kept coming. “You know, you’d look amazing with a little more up top,” Jack said one evening as we were getting ready for bed. “Have you ever thought about getting breast implants?”

Each remark felt like a tiny dagger. I started to see myself through Jack’s eyes, and it wasn’t pretty. I saw every flaw, every imperfection. My confidence, once a source of pride, dwindled to nothing.

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Woman sitting on a sofa looking at her reflection on a mirror | Source: Pexels

But the last straw came on my birthday a month ago. The day started like any other but with a hint of excitement that birthdays often bring. Jack woke me up with a bouquet of vibrant flowers, their scent filling the room with a sweetness that felt almost out of place.

“Happy birthday, Nikkie,” Jack said, leaning down to kiss my forehead. He handed me an envelope, his smile wide and proud. “Open it.”

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A person holding a bunch of flowers | Source: Pexels

I sat up, curiosity piqued. An envelope on my birthday? It had to be something special. I tore it open, expecting perhaps a heartfelt letter, a romantic gesture, or tickets to a dream destination. Instead, I found a stack of cash. My heart skipped a beat, but not out of excitement.

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A person holding a stack of cash | Source: Pexels

“Wow, Jack, this is… generous,” I said, forcing a smile. My fingers brushed against a folded piece of paper nestled among the bills. I unfolded it, my eyes scanning the words that seemed to scream at me.

“Time to upgrade those mosquito bites.”

My jaw dropped. I could feel the heat rising to my cheeks, my stomach churning with disbelief and fury. Jack was beaming, clearly expecting gratitude.

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Woman opening a grey envelope | Source: Pexels

“Do you like it?” he asked, his tone eager and oblivious.

I stared at him, trying to process the audacity. “You want me to get… breast implants?”

He nodded, completely missing the storm brewing inside me. “I’ve been thinking about it for a while, Nikkie. You’d look amazing with a little enhancement. Just imagine the heads you’d turn.”

I swallowed hard, forcing down the bile that threatened to rise. “Thank you, Jack,” I managed to say, my voice steady. “This is… unexpected.”

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Worried couple looking at each other | Source: Pexels

“Only the best for my girl,” he said, kissing my cheek. “I knew you’d be excited.” Excited? I was seething. My mind raced with the myriad of ways I could lash out, but I knew I had to be smarter. I had to teach Jack a lesson he’d never forget.

Over the next few days, I played the part of the grateful wife perfectly. “I called the clinic today,” I’d tell him casually over dinner. “They said the results will be fantastic.”Jack’s eyes would light up every time, not noticing the underlying steel in my voice. “That’s great, Nikkie. I can’t wait.”

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Couple in a restaurant enjoying a romantic date | Source: Pexels

Meanwhile, I was formulating my plan. Instead of booking a plastic surgeon, I used the money for a complete medical check-up. I deserved to know I was healthy, inside and out, regardless of Jack’s superficial standards.

With the rest of the money, I invested in myself. I joined a gym, but not to meet Jack’s expectations. I wanted to feel strong and confident again. I didn’t tell Jack about my newfound routine. Instead, I woke up early, hit the gym, and returned home before he noticed I was gone.

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Woman working out at the gym | Source: Pexels

I bought new outfits that made me feel fabulous and got a fresh haircut. My confidence grew with each passing day, and I started to see the old Nikkie, the one who knew her worth, emerging from the shadows.

One evening, as I was getting ready for bed, Jack caught me off guard. “You seem different lately,” he remarked, wrapping his arms around me. “I can’t wait to see the final result.”

I smiled to myself, knowing he had no idea what was coming. “You’ll see soon enough,” I replied.

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Couple lying together on the bed | Source: Pexels

Jack remained blissfully ignorant, his excitement building as the day of my “surgery” approached. He had no idea that his cruel gift had ignited a fire in me, one that would soon burn down the illusion he had so carefully constructed.

On the morning of my supposed surgery, I left the house with a bright smile. “Wish me luck,” I said, giving Jack a kiss. He hugged me tightly, whispering, “You’re going to look incredible, Nikkie. This is going to change everything.”

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Couple hugging | Source: Pexels

“You’re right,” I said, a steely edge to my voice that he didn’t catch. “It will.”

Instead of heading to a clinic, I pampered myself at a luxurious spa. I indulged in a facial, a massage, and a leisurely lunch, savoring the freedom and self-love that Jack’s “gift” had inadvertently afforded me. Meanwhile, I had arranged for a locksmith to change the locks on our house. Enough was enough.

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Black handled key on key hole | Source: Pexels

When I returned home, the sight of Jack’s car in the driveway filled me with a strange calm. The time had come. He walked in, his eyes scanning for the dramatic change he expected.

Instead, he found the locks changed and his belongings neatly packed in boxes by the door. I stood there, holding the envelope with the remaining money and a new note.

Jack’s face fell. “Nikkie, what’s going on?”

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A person holding a cardboard box | Source: Pexels

I handed him the envelope. “Here’s your upgrade,” I said, my voice steady and cold. “It’s time you find someone who meets YOUR standards.”

“Nikkie, please, let’s talk about this,” he stammered, his voice breaking with confusion and regret.

I crossed my arms, maintaining my steely resolve. “There’s nothing to talk about, Jack. You made it clear what you think of me.”

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Grayscale photo of a man covering his face with his hands | Source: Pexels

He stepped closer, desperation etched in every line of his face. “I’m sorry, Nikkie. I didn’t mean it like that. I just thought… I thought it would make you happier, more confident.”

“More confident?” I echoed, incredulous. “You think reducing me to a pair of implants would make me happier? Confident? Jack, what you did was cruel and shallow.” Tears welled up in his eyes. “I messed up. I see that now. I love you, Nikkie, just the way you are. I was an idiot for suggesting otherwise.”

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A sad young man wiping tears from his eyes | Source: Pexels

I shook my head, the memories of his hurtful comments flashing through my mind. “You loved an idea of me that fit some twisted standard, not the real me. I deserve someone who loves me for who I am, not for some unrealistic image.”

Jack sank to his knees, pleading. “Please, Nikkie, give me another chance. I’ll do anything. I’ll go to counseling, I’ll change. Just don’t leave me.” I felt a pang of sympathy, but I knew it wasn’t enough. His words and his actions had cut too deep. “Jack, I’ve already given you so many chances. This is beyond repair. I need to move on, and so do you.”

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Man and a woman arguing | Source: Pexels

He clung to my hand, his grip desperate. “I can’t lose you. You’re my everything.” I gently pulled my hand away, my heart firm despite the ache. “You already lost me when you stopped seeing me for who I am. Goodbye, Jack.”

As he gathered his things, a strange calm washed over me. The weight of his expectations lifted, and I felt a freedom I hadn’t known in months. The best part? The gym had become my sanctuary.

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Man with luggage on road during sunset | Source: Pixabay

I made new friends, got fitter, and felt better about myself. My mornings were filled with sweat and laughter, not the silent resentment that had plagued me for months.

Jack’s life, on the other hand, took a nosedive. He tried to win me back, sending flowers and heartfelt letters, but I was done. My resolve was unshakeable. No amount of groveling could erase the months of pain and insecurity he had inflicted.

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A woman having a conversation with her son | Source: Pexels

Eventually, Jack ended up moving in with his mom for a while, drowning in regret and isolation. The last I heard, he was still single and miserable, a stark contrast to the confident man who once belittled me for not fitting his superficial ideals.

As for me, life has never been better. The gym, initially a place of solace, has become my haven. Each morning, I wake up excited to push my limits, not to meet anyone’s standards but my own. I feel stronger, physically and emotionally than I ever did in my years with Jack.

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Happy woman at the gym | Source: Pexels

I’ve also started dating again. This time, I’ve found someone who loves me for who I am, not for some unrealistic image of perfection. We laugh together, support each other, and most importantly, he appreciates me just as I am. It’s a refreshing and empowering experience to be with someone who values the real me.

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Happy couple hugging | Source: Pexels

Reflecting on my journey, I realize how far I’ve come. Jack’s cruel gift was a catalyst, a turning point that forced me to reassess my self-worth and take control of my happiness. It wasn’t easy, and there were moments when the pain felt unbearable. But in the end, it made me stronger and more confident in who I am.

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Woman smiling while looking in the mirror | Source: Pexels

To anyone reading this, remember: you are enough just as you are. Don’t let anyone convince you otherwise. Life is too short to live under the shadow of someone else’s expectations.

Embrace your uniqueness, nurture your strengths, and pursue your passions. The right people will love you for who you are. Stay strong, stay true to yourself, and never let anyone dim your light.

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Person holding a sticky note | Source: Pexels

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