Dear Amy: After many years, and with the help of prayers and science, I am pregnant and — along with my family and friends — looking forward to a celebratory baby shower.
My issue is whether I must invite a narcissistic sister-in-law , or if it is appropriate to only invite her daughters, ages 10 and 14.
From your perspective, is it appropriate to address the invitation to my nieces alone? I would really miss their presence, but cannot stand the thought of their mother attending this special day.Dear Expecting: From my perspective, it is not appropriate to invite your nieces to your baby shower without also inviting their mother — but I am not living in your family and lack specific insight.
Dear Amy: I would like to inform my children of my intended plans for distributing my estate after my death.I have three daughters. Only one is married, with two children. I would like input from you and readers on my intended plan, and how to overcome any hard feelings on the part of one of my daughters.Dear Planning: Your planned distribution of your assets seems equitable and fair. Many people choose to give to grandchildren and other family members separately from their own children. It’s your money and you have the right to spend it however you want!
If she remains unattached and childless, then she will be spared at least one experience: the anxiety that you are experiencing now.Dear Amy: I loved your response to “Tapped Out Teachers” where these retired parents keep giving money to their daughter and granddaughter and are met with ridiculed responses.
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