On December 31st, at 10pm, I realized the kids weren't coming, and I made money in envelopes and presents for everyone.

Victoria Alexandrovna was already well aware that the family would not visit her on New Year’s Eve. It was less than 2 hours before midnight, and none of the children or grandchildren appeared at her doorstep. This offended the woman, because she invited them to her home in advance, prepared gifts and set the table. And the response is such ingratitude. And although Victoria Alexandrovna felt offended, she was not going to cry.



For many years she worked abroad and every season brought money to equip her home. Before that, she managed to buy a one-room apartment for her son and daughter. But they weren’t particularly happy with their mother’s gift. They still had to think about buying a new home. Their families (and each had children) were just cramped in one room.



Then Victoria Alexandrovna decided to invest in the repair of her house in the village. But the further things went, the more resources were needed for the house, as rapid repairs quickly grew into an impressive restructuring. The children of Victoria Alexandrovna did not understand how their mother could spend so much money on a house for herself. No one will live in it except her. And why should she have so much space when she and her children are in the same room?



One way or another, the indignation of the younger did not affect the actions of Victoria Alexandrovna. But this did not stop her from inviting the whole family to her for the New Year. She prepared envelopes with 500 euro bills for children and sweets for grandchildren. But, unfortunately, in the end, Victoria Alexandrovna was forced to spend the night alone. Why?



Closer to the evening, the son called and, apologizing, warned that he and his wife and children would not be able to come, as guests from his wife unexpectedly came to them. You will have to be satisfied with the company of your daughter and her family. But neither did she. Victoria Alexandrovna was almost sure that she simply forgot about the invitation of her mother and was already somewhere celebrating the New Year in the company of her friends.



Yes, perhaps Victoria Alexandrovna was not the perfect mother. She was well aware of that herself. But did she deserve that kind of treatment? Is it worth it for the family to forget about it on New Year’s Eve?



Peels Life Wisdom: What Does This Story Teach Us? As in any family conflict, two or even three parties must speak out. After all, the opinion of Victoria Alexandrovna about children may not fundamentally coincide with reality. Of course, the situation in which she found herself is unpleasant. But let’s not forget that we provoke some events ourselves.