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Old Aug 18, 2009, 07:23 AM
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I think your brother and his fiance did not treat you well. I don't think trying to get your parents to understand that - to get them "on your side" - is a good idea. I would follow your initial reaction in just simply wanting to go to the wedding with your parents - or by yourself - have a good time and wish the couple happiness in their new life. Keep it simple.

I'd keep the back story out of the situation, attend the wedding if that is what you feel like doing and then continue on with your life as it is. It's your decision how close, or not, a relationship you are going to have with your brother and his wife - or anyone else for that matter. They will either respect your feelings and follow your lead or they won't.

So then they'll be hurt and angry but that's really not your problem, it's their's.

Or they MIGHT review their own actions from the past and feel some guilt and try to get the relationship between you and them on a better footing. It's then your choice to respond to that or not. I would deal with the now and look ahead, not behind.
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than an "I'll say a prayer" or a "god bless you."
Doesn't make me feel better, no meaning to me for sure.
Can't stop you from praying and blessing me,
and if that makes you feel better feel free.
But keep it to yourself please, don't tell me.
And let's all respect each other's feelings.
With kindness, support and "sweet dreamings."
Thanks for this!
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