When my husband lost his job, I took on paying our 12-year-old son’s private school tuition. Then he asked me to cover his 14-year-old son’s tuition too. I told him no — I’m not a walking ATM and that his son wasn’t my responsibility. He warned me I’d regret it, but I stood my ground.
That night, my son didn’t come home. Panic set in until I called the school and learned my husband had withdrawn him, saying he couldn’t afford one son going to an expensive school while the other couldn’t. Our son was heartbroken and went to stay with his grandmother for a while.
I’m furious. My husband’s decision felt selfish and reckless, risking our son’s education for the sake of “fairness.” This isn’t just about money; it’s about respect and responsibility. I refuse to carry the full burden for a child who isn’t mine biologically.
Now, I’m considering re-enrolling my son myself and setting clear boundaries with my husband. If he wants fairness, he needs to share responsibility—not sabotage our child’s future. This situation demands honest talks, legal advice, and protecting my son above all.