Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:My family is close enough to get together for holidays but usually doesn't. I'm the only one that has a strong desire for the holiday get togethers, so I host if I want it to happen. It ends up being a rag tag group of family, friends, coworkers, etc. My mom comes sometimes, skips often. Same with my father and sister. It's just not their thing. I do wish that it were different, but my preference is no more right than their preference, so I muddle through with an open invite to all.

You have the right attitude. Those that want to be there make the effort. We don't attend my BIL's family events because they are stressful for our child and they always serve the dinner too late. I wish he wouldn't get bent out of shape that we don't attend.

Anonymous wrote:My family is close enough to get together for holidays but usually doesn't. I'm the only one that has a strong desire for the holiday get togethers, so I host if I want it to happen. It ends up being a rag tag group of family, friends, coworkers, etc. My mom comes sometimes, skips often. Same with my father and sister. It's just not their thing. I do wish that it were different, but my preference is no more right than their preference, so I muddle through with an open invite to all.