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[quote=Anonymous]Agree that this is not something you can "ensure" now, but with time it will come so long as there is dependability, honesty, and emotional connection. I have a very close relationship with my parents, who are unfortunately in another country. We pretty much Skype all day on Sundays, just hanging out together (think "I'm bringing you into the laundry room so I can fold the socks") and they are so special. DH on the other hand is from a family that pretends they are close, but aren't. He "talks" to his mother every few weeks, and it's basically her talking about herself. He can't tell her honest things about himself, because she turns it around and makes it about her. Etc, etc, etc. His parents aren't evil or anything, but from what I can tell, the difference between our situations (and that makes all the difference in terms of us having a real, authentic relationship with my family but not his) is dependability, honesty, and emotional connection - really being there for each other, in an authentic, open, plugged in way. Caring for each other more than for indulging your own weaknesses and faults. Sharing emotional times as a group. Building memories that you honor but also rolling with it as things change.[/quote]

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