They're playing Christmas music in the Walgreen's near my house, so, here you go. Hi Captain & Co., I need a script for my dad for the upcoming holidays on why I am not spending it with him, and I need a script for my in-laws on why I am likely to be pretty emotional … Continue reading #783: How do I tell my dysfunctional folks I’m not spending the holidays with them this year?
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#533: Can I bar my son’s unlikeable girlfriend from family events?
Dear Captain Awkward: My 27 year old son has been in a relationship with his girlfriend for about 18 months. He was living with a friend until a couple months ago, when he and his girlfriend moved to an apartment. Before the move, his friend came to see my husband and I to talk about … Continue reading #533: Can I bar my son’s unlikeable girlfriend from family events?
#411: Frozen out by a relative.
Dear Captain Awkward: I was hoping for some advice on dealing with my sister-in-law. Who hates me. She's a bit rude/rough around the edges most of the time, to most people, that I've seen - but she is really not a fan of mine. She doesn't return simple greetings "Hi, SIL, how are you?" and … Continue reading #411: Frozen out by a relative.
Christmas songs for the dysfunctional
SNL Dysfunctional Family Christmas Thanks, Intern Paul, for reminding me of this gem. I think my favorite is "Carol of Intimacy." Happy Christmas to all who celebrate! I'll be spending the holiday with friends and The Doctor. I'm promised a gay men's choir somewhere in there.
Surviving Holiday Visits
It's Chrismukkah (insert your "We're halfway out of the dark" holiday of choice here), the time of year where some of us take a few days off, eat and drink things with people we love, light sparkly lights, maybe exchange gifts. If this is a relaxing, special time of year for you that you love, … Continue reading Surviving Holiday Visits
