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[quote=Anonymous]Count me as another voice of empathy, OP.  I get it.  Our IL situations are different but I, too, have a very dysfunctional sibling who makes holidays difficult.  The best case is we host, she bails at the last minute, but my mom is able to bring her younger daughter (older one lives with her dad).  My parents can’t host because they’re divorced and each has a very small space.  Worst case, my sibling is present and makes everything all about her and her problems.

Growing up, we did Thanksgiving with one set of cousins, some of whom are still local.  We used to celebrate with them until they dropped us (my parents, my family, and my sister) due to not wanting to deal with my sister’s issues.  So, it’s even more painful to remember that not too long ago, we did have large, warm celebrations.

It’s okay to grieve and feel disappointment.  You can feel those things and still be grateful for what you have.  Ignore the people who don’t get it - not worth your time.  Hugs.[/quote]

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