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[quote=Anonymous]In my family, a lot depends on financial circumstances, which have varied over time. Once my Dad (who has tons of money) got so tired of paying for things that he insisted we go to one of those all-inclusive resorts in Punta Cana. The travel was expensive (and we each pay for our own travel) and one brother couldn't swing the trip and Dad refused to pay (my mother paid, I think, under the table). We all loved it--everything was included! This worked well for the teenagers, who always needed money for food or another hoodie.
Now we visit my parents, separately, and we each pay for ourselves. Same brother can rarely afford to travel to the DC area from where he lives (abroad), so my mother subsidizes him. This annoys my sister. 
I've found it best to talk in advance about who pays for what, when. It can be a difficult conversation at first, but it's worthwhile. And there are often unexpected expenses, too. 
My siblings have different dietary needs/allergies so eating at home is difficult. Not impossible, but challenging. 
The important thing is to make whoever is paying or cooking feel appreciated. We are still working on this. 
Frankly, it's encouraging to know others struggle with these issues as well. [/quote]

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