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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I know this has been posted before.  We have siblings/cousins on both sides whom we are all on good terms with.  I always thought when we all had kids, we would do holidays together, and really try to maintain close relationships for our kids.  Without getting into the details now, it's been really disappointing that on both sides (meaning DH and my family) the cousins just aren't that interested in making plans work.  I.e. [b]family get togethers only happen if they happen to work for their schedule[/b], and getting together isn't a priority.  I'm not sure what kind of advice I'm looking for but maybe this is just a vent.  Anyone else gone through this?[/quote]

Well, wouldn't any family get together have to work for YOUR schedule, too?  How can you get together if it doesn't work?
What is your definition of "getting together?"  Getting everyone who shares DNA in the same room at the same time?  You may need to adjust your thinking, especially if there is any distance (miles) involved, and if any of the kids are kind of young.

If your family members aren't willing to change THEIR schedules, have you shown ANY inclination to adjust yours?  ie, I know for a fact it gets REALLY old REALLY fast to always be the family that is expected to take off work, leave work early, change your schedule in order to accommodate everyone else (who always has a REALLY good excuse).  [/quote]

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