I NEED SOME SOLID ADVICE

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So I went on vacation out of the country with an old friend that I haven't seen in forever. We had a thing at one for a long time ago but I established we weren't anything before I came on "all expense paid for" vacation. SUPER generous of him but it was awful timing and a months notice so I didn't have funds saved. I tried to back out because I knew I couldn't afford it but I got guilt tripped.

Before our trip started, we were in the city staying with a friend of his. We drove quite a bit, barely slept and when we got there his friends wanted to kayak late in the evening but I told them I had to get to the mall at some point. They were super ditzy, kind but very annoying and I didn't have the chance to pick up some things before I left. I was kinda irritated and uncomfortable because they were making unnecessary comments. They were our host so I stayed silent while being super anxious. We went out with a different group of friends and had drinks. Apparently I spilled my drink on him and said to watch where he was going. I have a tendency to be sarcastic but I was drunk and honestly don't remember. Apparently it was rude enough to leave me in an unfamiliar club with people I don't know. I hitched a ride to his friends house I just met and tried to kiss me and I barely had battery left to call him. He picked me up. I was in tears from being so vulnerable but still being blamed. I apologized but I guess it wasn't deep enough for him.

I missed out flight because I was so anxious from being left alone in a grungy city with people that I took a sleeping pill a bit too early for the plane and passed out. Nonetheless, he paid for it to be rescheduled although I was content with ending it there.

Fast forward to now. I've dished out hundreds of dollars because he hasn't offered to pay for any expenses and have been left vulnerable once again. It may be my sarcasm or resent but I know I haven't been an angel since the city. He says I've been disrespectful but I just felt betrayed by him and it's hard to enjoy the trip. We're both adults (20 & 22) and instead of communicating he talked to his mother first before addressing the issue with me. Basically, they want me to leave and have little interest in understanding my situation. So either I stay for another week walking on eggshells or I leave which I don't have money to. He rather I go so I'm not sure what to do. Opinions please!!!!!
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Grown adult women do not leave home without money. You hadn't seen this man in years, didn't know theses friends, and you thought it was okay to trust the situation so much to not have a budget, money, etc.

Then, you felt comfortable enough to indulge in alcohol with strangers at a place you've never been.



This is what we call in the south, "free 'til you're fool."
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Grown adult women do not leave home without money. You hadn't seen this man in years, didn't know theses friends, and you thought it was okay to trust the situation so much to not have a budget, money, etc.

Then, you felt comfortable enough to indulge in alcohol with strangers at a place you've never been.



This is what we call in the south, "free 'til you're fool."

Probably should specify. I can be bailed out if need be and have an acquaintance here. He was a pretty good friend of mine a few years ago but I moved and haven't seen him. So, yes I trusted him. I also felt obligated so I just went with the flow because he's never acted like this.
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Posted by leowww
Oh.. I would leave... Definitely wouldn't stay somewhere I'm not wanted.. How do you travel and not bring any money with you...thats so dangerous you're at the mercy of whoever took you there. I know you're young... But don't you have a credit card? I did at your age.. Can't you call your family to send you money to get you back home?
Ah, I have money. Just not thousands of dollars. Definitely not enough to pay for a hotel the rest of the trip or a flight back home. I can have my family send me money but I feel like it would more complicated. I just can't decide if I rather do that or be unhappy.
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Posted by VenusAquarius
Grown adult women do not leave home without money. You hadn't seen this man in years, didn't know theses friends, and you thought it was okay to trust the situation so much to not have a budget, money, etc.

Then, you felt comfortable enough to indulge in alcohol with strangers at a place you've never been.



This is what we call in the south, "free 'til you're fool."

Probably should specify. I can be bailed out if need be and have an acquaintance here. He was a pretty good friend of mine a few years ago but I moved and haven't seen him. So, yes I trusted him. I also felt obligated so I just went with the flow because he's never acted like this.

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Lesson learned... that's all. This is stuff my grandma taught me so I didn't make this mistake.

I would try to endure to save coins but, gtfo and go to a hotel if need be. The longer you stay the less hotel days. If you leave, he may not give you your flight info or tickets. Do you have the ticket in your possession?



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Who's 20 and who's 22? You mention going to a club before your trip started.. what country was this in ? If in America, it was either rude or illegal to go to a place where not everyone could partake in the activities.
He's 22 I'm 20. In the city the aren't concerned with IDs so it wasn't a big deal getting in.
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Posted by leowww
Oh.. I would leave... Definitely wouldn't stay somewhere I'm not wanted.. How do you travel and not bring any money with you...thats so dangerous you're at the mercy of whoever took you there. I know you're young... But don't you have a credit card? I did at your age.. Can't you call your family to send you money to get you back home?
Ah, I have money. Just not thousands of dollars. Definitely not enough to pay for a hotel the rest of the trip or a flight back home. I can have my family send me money but I feel like it would more complicated. I just can't decide if I rather do that or be unhappy.
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Book a flight, who says you need a hotel room. Push come to shove, go to a hostel OR try your country's embassy.
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Why did you feel obligated?
Told him I would then I changed my mind later and he already planned for the two of us. He seemed bitter about me canceling. I'm also not out of the US but in Hawaii.
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Book a flight to cali or whatever state would be cheapest and ask your family to buy you a ticket to your actual state..that will probably be cheaper and more affordable for you.
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Why did you feel obligated?
Told him I would then I changed my mind later and he already planned for the two of us. He seemed bitter about me canceling. I'm also not out of the US but in Hawaii.
Wtf. Hawaii and you're miserable??

Gurl bye
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Well she isnt in her 30s and finacially established. She is also worried about if she will get home so I can see how that can ruin some things...what a messy situation.

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This is just a mess... live and learn but honestly there are worse places to be trapped. I would say screw them and hit the beach but if you're too miserable to enjoy then figure out a way home. You're a resourceful gal - you got this guy to take you to Hawaii, I'm sure you can figure out a way to get him to send you home. Buck up little trooper and get to moving.
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Terrible

this is like my worst nightmare even tho it hasnt happened to me

thats why I try to remain as independent as possible

THIS is one of the reasons I hate money and how people use it to their advantage

BUT hopefully you learn from this
It's not like I was ever given a reason to not trust him until we started the trip. Definitely a lesson learned but I don't really know what to do.
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Oh.. I would leave... Definitely wouldn't stay somewhere I'm not wanted.. How do you travel and not bring any money with you...thats so dangerous you're at the mercy of whoever took you there. I know you're young... But don't you have a credit card? I did at your age.. Can't you call your family to send you money to get you back home?
Ah, I have money. Just not thousands of dollars. Definitely not enough to pay for a hotel the rest of the trip or a flight back home. I can have my family send me money but I feel like it would more complicated. I just can't decide if I rather do that or be unhappy.
But... They want you gone... Eggshells or not... How can you stay there knowing that? My ass would be gone asap. Dignity intact.
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girl I feel the same way. I just rather have my dignity

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Why did you feel obligated?
Told him I would then I changed my mind later and he already planned for the two of us. He seemed bitter about me canceling. I'm also not out of the US but in Hawaii.
Wtf. Hawaii and you're miserable??

Gurl bye
Well she isnt in her 30s and finacially established. She is also worried about if she will get home so I can see how that can ruin some things...what a messy situation.

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I suggest first and foremost you temporarily let go of the chip you're holding about being disrespected etc to at least deal with the more important situation at hand. You should be completely honest with him. If you truly do not have the money to get home then tell him. Take it from there but keep the line of communication open with him for now.

I have money to get home but it would be super inconvenient. I've tried talking to him and his mother but they fail to see my side or try to think objectively.
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Also please be careful about drinking like that in the future under those circumstances....people you don't know, unfamiliar place. Just don't do that again ok. I am a mom btw lol
AWWW! I get it. I just really trusted him. That's why this whole trip was even a thing.. Anyways, lesson learned. Still don't know what I'm going to do but I'll figure it out I guess.
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Posted by feby
I suggest first and foremost you temporarily let go of the chip you're holding about being disrespected etc to at least deal with the more important situation at hand. You should be completely honest with him. If you truly do not have the money to get home then tell him. Take it from there but keep the line of communication open with him for now.

I have money to get home but it would be super inconvenient. I've tried talking to him and his mother but they fail to see my side or try to think objectively.

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What is it exactly you're wanting them to do? I'm lost... what is the point of this thread?
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Terrible

this is like my worst nightmare even tho it hasnt happened to me

thats why I try to remain as independent as possible

THIS is one of the reasons I hate money and how people use it to their advantage

BUT hopefully you learn from this
It's not like I was ever given a reason to not trust him until we started the trip. Definitely a lesson learned but I don't really know what to do.


Same thing happened to my GF (Libra) when we first started dating. I had to bail her out. She became kinda paranoid after that

So my advice just gather some help and bail ASAP stop being so considerate especially to such vampires lol. I know you libras are awesome but see the dark side for once.
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Yeah I think I'm going to leave early and just stick it out. I feel so bad though because I wanted to talk about things before he went to his mother and they both exploded on me. At the same time they're awful for inviting me here, exploding over something silly, and making me figure out how to get home.