I have an uncle who gave me a good sum of money, just as a gift. He’s done well for himself and wanted to give me some just because. I’m very grateful

I’m about to go on a week family vacation and my Aunt (his wife) will be attending. (Unfortunately he won’t be attending due to work etc.) I’m not sure if she knows that he gave me some money? I’m not sure if I should mention it?— She’s a little unpredictable. Depending on her mood she’ll either be happy I got it and it helped, or she’ll be cold about it, even though she knows it’s not much to them and they don’t need it….I know I sure am grateful for it though. —Should I just not mention it? Or should I?

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emmasfriend · 46-50, F

Why can you not ask your uncle to confirm that his wife is aware ?
If she knows, show your appreciation, but do NOT mention it in front of other family members (who may not have received similar help).

If your aunt does not know, I would begin to be suspicious of uncle's motives.

Good luck.
Enjoy the holiday

MissNoahLenFoxx · 31-35, F

@emmasfriend he knows I’m in need of a little help these days. Just a nice gift from him… like I said she’s unpredictable so I doubt anyone ever tells her everything.. you could tell her the same story twice, heck maybe even 3 times in a year and I guarantee her reaction would be different each time

MissNoahLenFoxx · 31-35, F

She’s not a bad person, just a little spacey/ditzy/ungrounded @emmasfriend

emmasfriend · 46-50, F

@MissNoahLenFoxx
Well, it was not SHE who gave it to you, so you don't really have say thank you to HER. Leave it to her to raise the subject.