Redditor Gets Drunk On Camping And Yells At A Girl Trying To Stop Them From Swimming For "Ruining Their Fun"
Swimming while under the influence of alcohol can be dangerous and is not recommended. Alcohol can impair a person's judgment, coordination, and balance, making it more difficult to swim and increasing the risk of accidents or drowning.
It's important to be aware of these risks and to take extra precautions if choosing to swim after drinking. It is always nice to have a sober person near you to stop you from doing stupid things.
OP went camping with a group of seven other people, bringing lots of alcohol and unwinding from the work week. When they went swimming, OP's cousin's girlfriend tried to stop them, stating that it wasn't safe to swim while drunk.
However, they assured her they had done it before and knew the risks. She still came along but stood by the side the entire time, yelling at them to get out of the water.
After the camping trip was over, OP's sister snapped at the cousin's girlfriend, saying that she was never invited on a family trip again. This upset the girlfriend, who explained that she was scared something would happen to them.
OP disagreed and stated that it was their responsibility, not hers and that people can't control what others do. The girlfriend continued to try and make OP understand her point of view, stating that she had a moral obligation to prevent them from drinking and swimming.
However, OP disagreed and eventually blocked her number after she made a hurtful comment.
OP asks:
RedditOP went camping with a group of seven other people, bringing lots of alcohol and unwinding from the work week
RedditWhen they went swimming, OP's cousin's girlfriend tried to stop them, stating that it wasn't safe to swim while drunk.
RedditHowever, they assured her they had done it before and knew the risks.
RedditShe still came along but stood by the side the entire time, yelling at them to get out of the water.
RedditAfter the camping trip was over, OP's sister snapped at the cousin's girlfriend, saying that she was never invited on a family trip again.
RedditNow OP asks:
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OP has offered the following explanation for why they think they might be the a-hole:
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How drunk were they?
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Redditors are trying to establish if the reaction was appropriate, or over-the-top
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Not enough info - it all depends
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"She sounds like a great person to leave at home"
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While the cousin's girlfriend may have had good intentions, her behavior was ultimately obnoxious and made the camping trip less enjoyable for everyone involved. It's also important for individuals to respect each other's boundaries and beliefs, even if they don't necessarily agree with them.
While OP may have been justified in blocking the cousin's girlfriend's number, it's possible that a more constructive and respectful conversation could have been had. Ultimately, it's up to each person to decide what they are willing to tolerate in their relationships and to set clear boundaries accordingly.
