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[quote=Anonymous]They key to estrangements without making things awkward, is don't involve others in your drama. Don't complain to other family members. Don't ask them to make alternate arrangements (ie, "Is Joe invited? Does he have to come? If he's going, I'm not going.") Don't play convincing games that put them in the position of taking sides. Let them have their own relationships and make their own invites. And then you decide accordingly. If you want to go, then go. But you don't have to talk to your estranged sibling. You don't have to engage with them. If it's too much, then don't go. You don't have to give details, just say "I'm sorry, I can't make it this year, but hope you guys have a great feast!"[/quote]
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