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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We have a similar dynamic with my husband.  We never vacation together but since his family is out of town we always stay with family members when we visit.  My husband definitely gets wrapped up in his family and their dynamics- also likes to go out with his siblings to movies often- resulting in me staying home and taking care of the kids.  We have tried discussing it and while he agrees- it always seems to have the same unpleasant end result.

It is easier now that the kids are older but basically what works for me is minimizing time with the larger group- 
-go to bed when you put your kids to sleep (bring a book)
-go for walks with or without your husband
-plan a day or a few hours with your husband and kids
[b]-grit your teeth and power through it but don't put up w/ disrespect[/b]
-if family is driving me nuts, I play with kids/ read newspaper

I know what you mean about not having access to a car to visit your aunt.  When  we are with his family-if I go anywhere - they act like I am committing a crime-a weird shaming thing that is seriously not usually worth the blowback.

I feel for you.[/quote]

I'm sorry PP, but the bolded statement is just amazing given what you've written.

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