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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I think it depends on who the family you are referring. Are they your parents? in-laws? your siblings? distance cousins?

Normally I would focus on my kids interests and potential networking opportunities using my family connections. If they can help something there, great. If not, I would just listen and smile/move on.[/quote]

DH's parents and one of my siblings are the biggest offenders. They don't understand this particular culture, which is why I say I think it's ignorance - and they don't see themselves are being rude. They honestly don't understand. [/quote]

+1. Older generations have zero idea of what it is to apply to college in current time.  For example, that state colleges can actually cost more (not less!)  because your kid can get scholarships at better schools. Just tell them that your kid seems happy with their choice, so that you are happy.  Then change the topic of discussion, because it honestly is not their business.  Are they footing the bill?  Because they sound RUDE.[/quote]

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