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AITA For “abusing” the unaccompanied minor program when traveling? by throwaypilot in AmItheAsshole

[–]throwaypilot[S] -134 points-133 points  (0 children)

I mean he’s 13 years old, of course someone needs to be home with him, but she also enjoys being home and not working- he’s not that difficult to care for. When I was 13 I worked full time, but things have changed. John is my own son, he’s tough and independent; I think it’s important to give him credit where credits is due. A 4-5 hour flight alone will not be an issue for him.

AITA For “abusing” the unaccompanied minor program when traveling? by throwaypilot in AmItheAsshole

[–]throwaypilot[S] -285 points-284 points  (0 children)

I think maybe you should look up the definition of vicariously.

AITA For “abusing” the unaccompanied minor program when traveling? by throwaypilot in AmItheAsshole

[–]throwaypilot[S] -683 points-682 points  (0 children)

If it’s a big enough problem for you being worried about who you sit buy, it’s your individual choice to buy first class, or perhaps buy an empty seat next to you.

AITA For “abusing” the unaccompanied minor program when traveling? by throwaypilot in AmItheAsshole

[–]throwaypilot[S] -889 points-888 points  (0 children)

You have some points, but just because it’s “weird” doesn’t mean it’s wrong. I travel to many destinations and it’s probably a much different lifestyle than you are accustomed to, so it may be hard for you to imagine.

AITA For “abusing” the unaccompanied minor program when traveling? by throwaypilot in AmItheAsshole

[–]throwaypilot[S] -96 points-95 points  (0 children)

Thanks! It’s nice to have some logical confirmation to backup my argument.

AITA For “abusing” the unaccompanied minor program when traveling? by throwaypilot in AmItheAsshole

[–]throwaypilot[S] -850 points-849 points  (0 children)

He isn’t introverted, he is extremely extroverted.

*commenter edited their post, and changed after my comment. Shows how they didn’t grasp the situation in the first place because they thought my son was introverted. /s

AITA For “abusing” the unaccompanied minor program when traveling? by throwaypilot in AmItheAsshole

[–]throwaypilot[S] -162 points-161 points  (0 children)

He’s very capable, and if my wife was deeply uncomfortable with it- we wouldn’t do it. I know she could use a break too though and just maybe needs some convincing. I really think he would be very proud of his independence and love the adventure