When it comes to running into an ex, especially one from a messy breakup, it can be a truly awkward situation. Take the case of this 33-year-old woman (referred to as "My") and her ex, Rick (35 years old). They broke up 11 years ago after she caught him cheating, and they haven't spoken since. However, life took unexpected turns as both got married and had kids.

Adjusting to New Lives

She was doing well in her new life and had built a community around her. Surprisingly, their kids were around the same age. My became good friends with her next-door neighbors who also had kids. The kids would often come and play on their swing set, creating a pleasant atmosphere.

Community Connections

It seemed that her community was also connected with her ex, but she managed everything gracefully. A few months ago, when her neighbors asked if Rick's kids could also play on the swing set, she agreed, and it became a common occurrence.

The Overstepping Bound

However, things took a turn for the worse when My found Rick in her yard playing with the kids. Usually, it was his wife who was around, and My had become friends with her. But Rick started to overstep his bounds. He slowly tried to start talking to My and her husband. At first, she tolerated it, but when he tried to apologize for cheating, she firmly told him she didn't want to hear it and didn't want to be friends with him.

The Fallout

Rick didn't take it well and started saying mean things about her. She asked him to leave and made it clear that he wasn't welcome on her property anymore. Rick's wife was understanding, but the situation became complicated when mutual friends started messaging My, saying she was being petty and should forgive and move on or not allow the kids over. She stands firm, believing she doesn't owe her ex anything, especially forgiveness.Some wounds are just too deep to heal easily. What do redditors think about this situation? Rick's actions once again reveal his true character. His apologizing skills are lacking, and it's clear that some relationships are beyond repair. Forgiveness must be earned, not demanded. If you enjoyed this story, check out this post about a daughter who invited herself to her parents' 40th anniversary vacation for all the wrong reasons.