Last month I discovered I had cancer. I need to begin a chemotherapy regime. No cruise for me.
I paid a $900 deposit to guarantee the cruise for both of us, nine months in advance.This includes the deposit and the remaining $2,000 that would be due, plus any other related costs.Since the dates were already reserved , I asked my friend if she wanted to take another person and go on the cruise without me.I canceled the cruise, losing the $900 deposit .
She has said nothing about paying her half of the $900 deposit, apparently assuming that the loss was my fault .Assuming my cancer will be in remission, she has suggested reserving another cruise for the two of us in October 2024.DEAR FEELS BETRAYED: It’s hard to think of cancer as something that is your “fault,” but I understand that you’ve accepted responsibility that your cancer treatment has forced you to cancel these plans.
If your friend wants to go on another cruise with you, you could let her plan it and also pay the entire deposit. She will then bear the financial risk you faced .
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