'State your own intentions simply: 'Dad, we can’t have you around the babies when you’ve been drinking.''
My older brother and I are the last ones left of our immediate family. I’m gay and have had a tough time being close to him.
My brother and his wife are conservative and never ask me about my personal life. I feel like I’m the one doing the heavy lifting to stay in touch, now that our mother is gone.I attended the wedding and had a fairly good time.I traveled there for the weekend to show support.Every attempt I made to get together with them was canceled to accommodate her family, and I was told that they didn’t have time.I’m the one that usually calls him on holidays, birthdays, and anniversaries.
“We are the only two left in our family. I would like to be closer. I’ve tried many different ways to do this, but you haven’t been receptive. I’m wondering if you can try harder, in order for me to stop trying so hard. I’d be so sad to lose this connection with you.”You’re way out of line, advising the “Generous” retiree that they shouldn’t go out to eat if they’re not willing to continue paying for another’s bill, despite their personal circumstances.
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