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You know what they say: Home is where the Wi-Fi connects automatically.

Okay, nobody says that.

Home isnt always the fancy new place with the bigger yardits the spot that just feels right.

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But what happens when your definition of home clashes with your moms dream house?

Well, one Redditor found herself stuck in exactly that situation, and shes already packing her bags.

The stepsiblings were thrilled, but the OP?

Family unpacking boxes from a van, moving to stepdad’s hometown for a better life, standing by a modern house.

And with only seven months to go, shes making plans to move back to her grandparents house.

Sounds simple, right?

Because, of course, her mom wasnt exactly thrilled when she overheard this master plan.

Teen upset after moving to stepdad’s hometown for better life, plans to leave.

Mom took it personally, accusing her daughter of never trying to make their new house a home.

She fully owned up to it.

She never tried, because, well… she didnt want to.

Text recounting mom’s move to stepdad’s hometown for a better life, describing a disliked transition from close-knit family life.

And thats when the real fireworks started.

Mom was hurt, words were exchanged, and now, their relationship is hanging by a thread.

Its why an old, slightly cramped family house can feel cozier than a pristine, modern mansion.

Text about a move being beneficial for stepdad’s kids but unwanted by the teen.

And when those elements are missing?

No amount of fancy stuff and decorating magic is going to fix it.

Stability is everything during those teenage years.

Teen looks unhappy on a couch, reflecting on her move to stepdad’s hometown.

Familiar faces, routines, knowing exactly which gas station has the best snacksyou get it.

When thats taken away, it can feel like free-falling with no safety net.

Shes just a kid who knows where she belongs.

Text describing a teen’s feelings about moving to stepdad’s hometown for a better life.

Check out the results:

Teen reflects on her family, expressing discontent with stepfamily and longing for her mom and grandparents.

Text about a teen’s struggle with moving to stepdad’s hometown for a better life, feeling distant from family.

Text about a teen disliking a move to stepdad’s hometown, feels temporary and plans to return home.

Teen upset about move to stepdad’s hometown, longing to return home, plans exit in 7 months.

Teen girl looking upset while comforting her mom, expressing frustration with a move to stepdad’s hometown.

Text about a teen planning to leave her stepdad’s hometown for a better life with grandparents.

Text about a teen expressing frustration with moving to a new town for a “better life” and planning to leave.

Text describing a teen’s struggle to adjust after moving to the stepdad’s hometown for a better life.

Text expressing a teen’s regret and desire to return home after moving for a supposed better life in stepdad’s hometown.

Text exchange expressing tension between mom and stepdaughter about family dynamics.

Text about teen struggling with move to stepdad’s hometown for a better life.

Text expressing a teen’s resentment towards moving to her stepdad’s hometown for a “better life.

Text reading “AITA?” on a white background, questioning impact of moving for a better life.

Teen girl sitting on steps, looking distant, holding a phone, contemplating life after moving to stepdad’s hometown.

Text conversation discussing a teen’s unhappiness after moving to stepdad’s hometown for a better life.

Reddit exchange about a teen’s frustration with moving to stepdad’s hometown for a “better life,” feeling disconnected.

Reddit comments about a teen’s struggle after moving to stepdad’s hometown, expressing gratitude for grandparents' support.

Teen discusses moving to stepdad’s hometown and expressing frustration in a chat exchange.

Reddit comment about moving back home, mentioning Heraclitus and feeling different over time.

Reddit comments discussing a teenager’s struggle after moving for a better life.