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OP here.

Thank you, everyone.

I know you think I'm crazy, but it's hard to get a healthy perspective when you've lived an entire childhood like this. There is a reason I have put the Atlantic between us, and sometimes it's been easier to just omit truths than hear their endless rigmaroles over all the ways I am ruining my life. I wanted to cut them off at one point, and my husband persuaded me not to, and he was right - they are my closest family and they love me.

I had to laugh over the dog photo for Christmas - this is what crossed my mind! Maybe it will make things easier, plus he's fluffy and white and quite photogenic.

Thanks again.
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I had a therapist for many years. She had a sign (drawn by a client because she was always telling the client this) that said "You can't make anyone say, do, feel, or think ANYTHING". OP, you know that (obviously). And it's a hassle dealing with certain habits by people you are connected to, given that divorcing your family is not the preferable choice for most people. I think your point was more about minimizing the hassle with your parents. I think the photo is a great idea because you won't have to be talking to them when they see it, so it at least minimizes the hassle out of the gate. In fact, maybe you should make a habit of sending them more photos pertaining to things in your life you would like them to get used to. Good luck!

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