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[quote=Anonymous]Not anymore. They stay with us once a year, and that time is always tense, and DH sees them separately on other occasions. I tried when I first started dating DH, but it is clear that they don't want DH to be in a relationship with anyone but their mom. I get it. Before me, DH's previous GF broke up with him over the bad vibes she got, and I know that after me, the next person would struggle, too. So, I'm super disengaged. It's DH's relationship now to compartmentalize and manage, and he does a pretty good job of it. They enjoy their vacations together when it's just him and his kids. We have younger kids—the tensions when everyone is together are not worth it. Their weddings are the only remaining life events I'll attend if they want me there. I might be sad if I'm excluded but relieved as I know it wouldn't be fun to be an unwanted wedding guest. The most challenging times in blended families are holidays and life events. [/quote]
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