Summary
A woman is receiving support online for her decision not to change her birthday plans to accommodate her stepfather's dietary restrictions. Her stepfather, who is allergic to shellfish and follows Catholic dietary rules, criticized her for not altering her birthday tradition. Many online commenters backed her choice to maintain her longstanding tradition and set personal boundaries.
Key Facts
- A woman planned to celebrate her birthday at a restaurant she visits annually.
- Her stepfather has a shellfish allergy and observes Catholic dietary restrictions on Ash Wednesday.
- The selected restaurant does not offer meals without meat or shellfish.
- The woman's mother and stepfather wanted her to change the restaurant.
- She decided not to alter her plans due to the stepfather's past boundary issues and their strained relationship.
- Many people on the internet supported her decision to prioritize her tradition and set limits.
- The story highlights familiar tensions between personal choices and family expectations.
