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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Travel doesn't mean he can't be the one to coordinate with his family. With cell phones, email, and text, there's no reason they can't always have him as their primary point of contact. Stop being the default person for them. [/quote]
How stupid is this.

ILs: Can we have dinner this week?
Bob: I’m out of town, let me ask Jill.

B: Jill, want to do dinner this week with Mom and Dad?
Jill: Sure/No.

B: Hey Mom, Jill says ok. What time so I can tell her?

So on and so forth.

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But doesn't Jill need to check with Bob before saying yes or no? My DH and I would both check with the other before making any type of weekend plans. So in that case, it doesn't really matter if the spouse they check with first is out of town. With a google calendar, either spouse can also check to see what other obligations are already scheduled. [/quote]

I’m pretty sure Jill is planning visits with in laws for Jill and kids while Bob is out of town. So no, Bob would be a dumb choice as default coordinator while he’s away. It would be like he’s arranging play dates for his wife and mom. [/quote]

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