I GAVE MY HOUSE TO MY SON — HE BETRAYED ME IN A HORRIFIC WAY

Betrayal is among the most devastating feelings, but it takes on an even more horrible dimension if it comes from a close family member.

The devoted mother made a decision to give her house to her son and his young wife so they could comfortably start a family, but things took a turn that Josie wouldn’t have expected in a million years. She sent a letter to us to share her story and ask for advice.

I live alone in a 3-bedroom house. My recently married son kept saying that it was the perfect home to start a family, so I ended up giving it to them while I went to live with my widowed sister.

Yesterday, my son told me that his mother-in-law is moving in with them. I said, “I didn’t leave my home to have her live with you.”

I was furious and said that I didn’t agree to this arrangement. I reminded her that it is still technically my house.

I feel betrayed and heartbroken. What should I do?