David had always been a bright student, and his mother Gloria was proud when he entered college to study engineering. But her pride turned to shock when she learned he was skipping classes and failing. Before she could confront him, David showed up at her door—newly eloped with his high school sweetheart. Gloria welcomed them with grace, believing it was a short visit. But weeks turned into months, and the couple showed no signs of leaving.
Gloria’s patience wore thin. Neither David nor his wife contributed to the household—they didn’t work, didn’t clean, and treated Gloria’s home like a free hotel. When Gloria asked them to move out and take responsibility, her daughter-in-law lashed out, claiming entitlement to the house simply by being David’s wife. Gloria, feeling disrespected and used, reached her breaking point.
Determined to reclaim her space and push David toward adulthood, Gloria secretly created resumes for both of them and found a small apartment, even paying the deposit. Her daughter-in-law exploded with rage, accusing Gloria of sabotage. David, caught in the middle, sided with his wife and left without a word. Gloria was left heartbroken, wondering if she’d done the right thing.
Despite the pain, Gloria stood firm. She loved her son but refused to enable his downfall. Her actions weren’t about rejection—they were about tough love. She hoped David would one day understand that adulthood means accountability, not entitlement. Her story is a raw reminder that boundaries aren’t betrayal—they’re survival.
