I Stopped Paying for My Boyfriend’s “Forgotten” Wallet Dinners

Forgetting your wallet once is understandable, but when it’s every restaurant outing, it starts to look like a scheme. A woman took to Reddit to share how her boyfriend’s habit of “forgetting” his credit card left her paying for every meal, and her decision to finally walk away from the bill sparked a powerful moment of self-respect that’s got people cheering.

After nine months together, she and her boyfriend had a weekly ritual of dining out with his two daughters. Every time, he conveniently left his wallet at home, leaving her to cover the cost for all four. She initially let it slide, thinking it was an honest mistake, but the pattern grew suspicious. Before their latest dinner, she texted him a friendly reminder to bring his card. He brushed it off with a laugh. At the restaurant, his daughters ordered expensive items, and when she asked about his wallet, he claimed it was in “different jeans” and asked her to pay “just this time.”

Tired of being taken for granted, she decided to take a stand. She picked up her purse, told him she wasn’t paying, and walked out, wishing him well with his kids. Later, he called, angry, saying she was selfish for leaving his daughters hungry, as they had to leave without eating. He criticized her lack of compassion, leaving her wondering if she’d gone too far. She asked Reddit for perspective, and the response was overwhelming support.

Commenters called her boyfriend’s actions manipulative, with one saying, “You’re not wrong! He’s using you, and you deserve better.” Another wrote, “Walking out was epic—he’s gaslighting you and using his kids as an excuse.” The community agreed that his repeated “forgetfulness” was no accident and that using his daughters to guilt her was unfair. A relationship should be about equal effort, not one person always paying the price.

Her story struck a chord, showing the power of standing up for yourself. While she’s unsure whether to mend things or move on, the online support reminded her that her worth isn’t tied to covering someone else’s tab. Her bold move is a reminder to set boundaries and demand respect, even when it’s tough to walk away from the table.

 

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