I'm in the same boat as you, absolutely hate confrontation and will put up with a lot to avoid it. But unless they're paying you a ****load of money as salary, then they are seriously taking advantage and should really be ashamed of themselves. You either need a substantial raise if they're going to expect you to continue to pay for raising their kids, or they need to start reimbursing you. Another point, what you have spent in gas, mileage, using a personal vehical for work etc., is a huge tax deduction for you. Track those expenses and Uncle Sam can pay you back too. And next time they ask you to pick something up "while you're out anyway I'll pay you back", hang on to it until they do. And hang on to the receipt, so if/when they don't pay for it, you can return it and get your money back. |