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[quote=Anonymous]You need to set natural boundaries and you do not need to be confrontational about it.  Some examples:

1) We are going to the zoo on Saturday and would love for you to join us for whatever part of the day seems right for you.

2) We are to the park this afternoon at 4pm for 2 hours, would you like to join us?

3) I need to go shopping, should I leave grandchildren with you or should I take them?

4) DH and I have a date night on Saturday, do you want to babysit grandchildren or should I get a sitter?

5) DH and I are tired and are planning to go to bed a 9PM tomorrow. You are welcome to stay as late as you would like but these kids just have a tuckered out.

6) We are ordering Chinese Food for dinner on Thursday and would like to know if there is anything in particular that you would like for us to include.

Key is to live your life and include them in everything that you can.  Ignore all other superfluous comments from them. If they are couch potato people, they will not join in much but if they are looking to participate then they will be active in your life.  Either way you win.[/quote]

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