When my stepdaughter, Brooke, complained about her honeymoon villa, I decided it was time for a lesson in gratitude. After years of supporting her, including a lavish wedding, I was shocked by her entitled attitude. During a phone call, she criticized the villa, calling it “cheap” and “underwhelming.”
I had enough. I canceled their reservation and downgraded them to a basic room at a nearby hotel. When Brooke called, furious, I reminded her of her complaints, making her realize what she had. She didn’t speak to us for days, but when she called to apologize, she admitted her mistake and promised to appreciate things more.
Gary and I shared a moment of satisfaction, knowing that sometimes, kids need a wake-up call to understand what truly matters.