When my husband Greg asked to use my daughter Ava’s college fund to pay for his adult daughter’s wedding, I was shocked. That money was left by Ava’s late father, David, to support her future. Greg called it “family helping family,” but I knew better.
Becca, Greg’s daughter, had never accepted Ava or me. Yet she and Greg expected us to fund a $30,000 wedding. I kept calm and told them I’d “think about it.” But inside, I was planning a clear response.
Two days later, I presented Greg with two documents: a repayment contract or divorce papers. I said, “If you won’t protect Ava’s future, I will — with or without you.” Greg didn’t sign. He moved out.
Becca had a smaller wedding, and Ava’s college fund remained untouched. Later that night, Ava hugged me and said, “Thank you for choosing me.” I replied, “I’ll always choose you.” That’s what mothers do — they protect their children’s futures, no matter what.
