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[quote=Anonymous]If a son/daughter lives near the elderly parents, visits more often, calls frequently, takes them out to appointments and dinner, etc. then that kid wins!!!!

Seriously though, it makes sense. Three of the kids are settled down and stable, while the fourth is single. Makes sense that the parents would worry about that kid more. Any mental health or addiction issues? Or maturity issues? It doesn't really matter. It is what it is. The three wealthy and stable siblings shouldn't be jealous. How much money do they really need? Their parents perceived this kid as being the weak link who needs more help. Period.

Honestly, equal parts only works when all siblings are roughly equal...which usually isn't the case.

I know a family where the mom has announced  that she is giving her two kids an equal split (and to be clear: we aren't talking about tons of money here). Here's the thing: one girl married well and lives in a fancy place in the city, travels around the world for fun, and has never worried about money. The other is a social worker who has never traveled abroad and has to live frugally. Is mom being fair by splitting everything in half? Technically yes. But I don't think that approach makes sense...especially to the social worker.

Back to OP: your parents felt that your sibling needed a little extra help. It doesn't mean they love you less. [/quote]

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