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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Your brother is anxious about becoming a step-parent to a tween. (Who wouldn't be?) He is trying to keep his fiancée and her daughter physically and emotionally comfortable in a group house with his whole family. I feel for him.

Is he in a healthy relationship? I have no idea. But an extended family beach trip doesn't tend to highlight the best of any relationship, so cut him some slack.[/quote]

I agree and would try.  From watching a sibling's marriage implode (as everyone thought it would), I would recommend trying to be really supportive and talk to him about their relationship.   Say things like - I see how special ____ to you.   I would love to get to know her better.   Can you share with me some things you guys love to do together .....

Not being passive aggressive - really listening and trying to understand why he proposed and wants to spend his life with her.

A good friend who is divorced asked - why didn't anyone tell me ......  yeah hind sight is 20/20 - but there are ways that you can engage that leads with trying to understand and kindness.   [/quote]

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