i dont know wut to do. i feel bad about it now that its to late to stop.
2006-07-20 09:26:35 · 41 answers · asked by ? 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
Admit it up front and offer to pay back the debt. The sooner you fess up the better.
2006-07-20 09:30:32 · answer #1 · answered by Sir J 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You're feeling guilty... that is good. That means your mama did a great job raising you. I hope the purchase wasn't expensive. You need to go to her and tell her what you did and explain how sorry you are and how guilty you are feeling. Let her know that you are going to pay her. Because ... you need to pay for the purchase. If you're too young to work or if you don't have a job you need to come up with a way to raise the money or do work for your mother to earn it. You'll probably have a form of punishment which you know you deserve and you need to take it like a champ. Even though you did something very irresponsible you are showing that you are maturing. I'm not your mama but, I'm sure if she's a loving mama she'll be angry but when she sees how you handle the situation in an adult manner she will be a very proud mama. Good luck to you. I can tell you're a good girl.
2006-07-20 09:38:34 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all don't do it again. That's stealing. Tell her the truth, so she can start to get it fixed. You can be prosecuted by the credit card company for an outstanding balance. The larger the balance gets, the stiffer the penalties. Not to mention you could destroy your mothers credit. She wouldn't be able to buy a house, a car or start a business. I have seen credit card debt destroy a person. Tell her the truth, tell her how sorry you are and that you will make it up to her. No one knows you like your mother, if you are truly sorry she will know. Sometimes we do stupid things. Everyone does. It is only human. Do the right thing. Good luck.
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2006-07-20 09:38:34 · answer #3 · answered by frogspeaceflower 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go tell her right away. It's hard to admit you were wrong, but it shows a tremendous amount of maturity. I'd tell her, "Mom, I did something I feel truly terrible about and I want to apologize. I used your credit card to purchase [insert item here] from [insert website here]. I know it was wrong and I want you to know that I won't ever use your credit cards again without your permission. I will be using my allowance [or paycheck if you have a job] to pay you back as quickly as I can." Your mom should really appreciate the courage you demonstrate here. It shows you're taking responsibility for your actions. Once you do that, stick to what you say. Don't use her credit cards again unless she specifically says it's ok, and make sure you pay her back.
2006-07-20 09:31:21 · answer #4 · answered by SuperJenn 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Before the bill comes. Hear me? Before the bill comes, tell your mom. Do not let her find out herself. Tell her about what you did. Admit you're sorry. Then, give her the money for the thing you bought. Include a litter bit more for the interest you incurred.
This, at least, shows that you take responsibility for your actions. It wasn't the right thing to do, but it will show that you are going to handle it before the bill comes.
2006-07-20 09:38:02 · answer #5 · answered by Scott D 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stop what you are doing right NOW and go to your mom and tell her. Yes she will be mad but in the long run she will be glad you came to her instead of her finding out for herself.
Tell her how sorry you are and you will pay her back. Sure it will take a while but you will do it and it will make you a much better person.
Have faith, this will work.
All of God's Blessings
2006-07-20 09:49:19 · answer #6 · answered by Fotios 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I really hope that you used it with a legit company - not one that might put additional charges on the card. I also hope that the amount was a small one. Is there no way you can return the item? Has mom already received her credit card statement?
I wish you luck - I would be furious if one of my children did that.
2006-07-20 09:31:12 · answer #7 · answered by Holiday Magic 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell your mom. You may still get in trouble, but maybe not as much if you dont lie and she finds out later when she looks at the statment. I always tell my kids if you just tell me the truth it wont be so bad. I want honesty. Even though you did something wrong you realize it is wrong and you want to make it right. Good luck.
2006-07-20 09:33:19 · answer #8 · answered by celticday 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, check and see if you can get a refund. If you can't, go to your mother NOW and tell her. She'll still be upset that you used her card, but at least she won't find out from the credit card statement. You'll be much better off if you tell her. Good luck.
2006-07-20 09:29:26 · answer #9 · answered by stseukn 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Come up with the cash then go tell your mom the truth before she finds out on her own. If you can't come up with the cash then come up with a plan to get the cash tell your mom the truth and your plan to get her the cash back. She will respect you for this. Don't get me wrong she will probably still be mad but she will thank you for your honesty. Everyone screws up just try to fix it. If you don't tell her it will be way worse.
2006-07-20 09:32:34 · answer #10 · answered by Knock Knock 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are not sorry for what you've done, I hope she teaches you the hard way.
Now if you are sorry and have learned the lesson, I believe the punishment will be light and quick. You will be a better person after all this has passed and you may even become closer with your mother.
Honesty pays!!!
PS especially with your loved ones!!!
2006-07-20 09:37:31 · answer #11 · answered by iikozen 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋