A wife recently turned to Reddit for advice on her family dilemma, as tensions arose between her and her stepdaughter. The stepdaughter, Trudi, had moved in with the couple after facing financial difficulties. While the wife understood the need for help, she struggled to cope with the constant mess caused by Trudi and her children.

The wife and her husband got married when Trudi was 22 years old, and she has since grown to the age of 36. Their relationship has always had its ups and downs, as Trudi had her own mother and was an independent adult living on her own. However, unforeseen circumstances brought them all under the same roof.

Living in a highly sought-after tourist area, the wife had decided to keep her old apartment for short-term rentals. When Trudi and her family found themselves in need of support, they agreed that Trudi would move into the vacant apartment after the holidays. The plan was for Trudi’s family to sign a lease, with no initial rent collected, allowing them to build up rental history and save money.

However, the wife soon discovered that living with Trudi was not an easy experience. Trudi would often neglect to clean up after herself and her children. In contrast, Trudi’s husband would make more of an effort to keep the house clean, even after working long hours and tiring himself out.

The wife now questions whether her reaction to the messy living situation is justified. She is seeking guidance on how to handle this delicate situation without further straining their relationship.