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[quote=Anonymous]Well, there are many forms of cancer, and of course the prognosis varies widely. I am lucky enough to have a large extended family. A consequence of that, though, is that someone always has some potential he terminal disease. You seem like you are reasonable, and it doesn't appear your in-laws have an anyway pressure you to go to their home. Why not just tell them your preference and thank them for their understanding? No need to get into a fight or being count as it doesn't seem anyone is been counting other than in your mind. I would suggest against being overly dramatic about it, though, as your in-laws likely have many peers their age. As a result, they are probably well aware that many forms of cancer and other illnesses last four years. No need to have them think that you won't be visiting them for holidays so long as your mom is diagnosed with cancer. This first year would seem particularly hard, or if things sadly go south close to holidays other years, but I wouldn't give the idea that holidays are reserved for your mom going forward. I don't get the sense that is what you intend, but you may want to avoid that implication.[/quote]

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