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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I think this shines a light on the inner workings of your sister's household more than anything. BIL is a little clueless, the kids are being normal kids, and your sister is likely accommodating. Fine. And your BIL probably feels comfortable enough (or clueless) to ask for a specialized meal.

It's surprising, but not really offensive.[/quote]

I like this take.

I'm surprised by the people who think asking for this breakfast was OK. If they're guests, they should be minimizing their host's hassle: 
What do you want for breakfast?
Oh, anything -- what's easy for you?
[Then OP can either offer to make multiple kinds of eggs, etc. or point to the cold cereal or suggest that they leave the house and all get donuts]

If they're family and feel comfortable asking for multiple items, OP should feel comfortable saying, "OK, sounds like you have a whole thing going on, so I'll leave you to it. Let me know if you can't find something or need help" and leave them to make their own breakfast. [/quote]

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