Losing money is never easy, but when it’s your mom on the other end, it becomes a different kind of emotional rollercoaster. Here’s the story of how I lost my $100 to my mom, and how it left me feeling frustrated and, honestly, a bit down.
The Start of It All
It all began when I saved up $100—a huge amount for me. I had so many plans for it. I wanted to buy something meaningful or maybe just keep it safe for future use. But one day, my mom asked me if I could lend her some cash.
She said it was for something important and assured me she’d give it back soon. I thought, “It’s my mom, the one who raised me, so of course, I trust her.” Without thinking twice, I handed over my $100.
The Wait That Never Ended
Days turned into weeks, and weeks into months. There was no sign of my money. At first, I didn’t say anything—I didn’t want to make her feel bad. But eventually, I gathered the courage to ask, “Mom, remember the $100 I gave you? When can you return it?”
Her response completely shocked me. “What $100? You must be mistaken,” she said casually.
The Moment of Realization
I was speechless. I tried reminding her of the day she borrowed it, explaining every little detail, but she brushed it off as if it never happened. Then came her ultimate reply, “Why would I borrow money from you? You must have lost it somewhere yourself.”
At that moment, I realized I wasn’t just out $100—I was also questioning my own sanity. Was I imagining things? Did I really give her the money, or was it all in my head?
The Emotional Toll
Losing the money hurt, but what hurt more was the fact that I couldn’t argue with my mom. After all, she’s my mom! But this situation put me in a strange state of mind. I felt helpless and even a little betrayed, which slowly spiraled into sadness and frustration.
I kept thinking about how hard I had worked to save that $100, only to see it slip away so easily. And what made it worse was not being able to express my feelings fully. Every time I tried, she would dismiss it as if it wasn’t a big deal.
The Lesson I Learned
Looking back, I’ve realized something important: when it comes to your parents, especially moms, money is never just money. It’s part of a much bigger relationship where love, respect, and trust matter more. My $100 is gone, but the bond with my mom is priceless (even if it stings sometimes).
Moving Forward
I’m still trying to let go of the sadness this situation caused. It’s tough because every time I think about it, I feel that wave of frustration and loss again. But I remind myself that holding onto the negative feelings will only make things worse.
If you’re reading this and have gone through something similar, just know you’re not alone. Parents can sometimes be complicated, but in the end, they’re still our biggest supporters—just maybe not when it comes to borrowing money!
And as for me? Let’s just say I’ve learned to keep my savings far away from any future “mom loans.”
