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Originally Posted by East17
As much as you want to see your sister, it's not worth getting stressed over because you won't enjoy it.
Couldn't you go to visit but stay in a hotel from the start, that way if your sister does get too much, you'll be able to get away?
If she wants to know why (not that you have to give an explanation), just say that you think it would be easier for both of you to have your own space.
I hope you find a solution that works for you.
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Actually, I used to do that quite often. I liked a motel that was located right on a beach. My S.O. and I would stay there. I'ld rent a car and pop in and out to visit people, as I pleased. That was ideal. This year I really can't afford to get a car and a motel room. It's just me, and both sisters have plenty of room. The whole point of my visit would be to give me a break from being alone . . . which I am, now that my guy is gone.
They'll have the best of intentions. So will I. Somehow, though, things can suddenly go sideways. We love each other. Alcohol can be a problem at one house. You can't depend on the behavior of someone who's prone to over-drinking. I define that as drinking to the point that one becomes belligerent. At the other home is a brother-in-law who isn't thrilled to have company. He's reasonably cordial, but we've not much in common.
Well, that's 3 months from now. I have to deal with right now, which is a challenge. I got more depressed over the past week than I've been in months.
I need to shop for groceries this eve. I don't know, if I can get out of my apartment. Maybe getting out would help me. I think I'll try.