Most of the food he makes goes in the trash.
My husband loves cooking for the family. Unfortunately, he’s a horrible cook. My kids hate what he prepares, so most of the food goes in the trash.
I have had many conversations with him about this, begging him not to do it and telling him if he wants to cook, he should make something for himself. His reply is always, “I’m not forcing you guys to eat my food. You are welcome to eat something else.” But when we do that, he sulks and ruins everyone’s day, so we end up giving in. I don’t know how to get through to him about this.
Of course, you and the kids could explain EXACTLY what you don’t like about what he has prepared, and offer suggestions about the seasoning, etc., which might help him. And perhaps you could all cook together from time to time. In the future, when your children achieve independence and the family gathers, each family member may want to bring their food with them. However, while they live under your roof, they’ll have to accept what their father insists on giving them.My son is getting married in Mexico in six months. I would like to take a special friend with me as my plus-one. My wife has dementia. It is quite severe, and she has been in a care facility for two years. She no longer recognizes anyone, including me.
But ask your son and his fiancee if bringing her would be disruptive, and gracefully base your decision on their response. A wedding is supposed to be about the bride and groom on their special day with no distractions.I heard my old high school boyfriend was arrested. It made the news. I hadn’t seen or heard from him in more than a decade. While I’m relieved that I dodged a bullet , I feel terrible for his mom. We are still friends on social media and keep up with each other.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Dear Abby: Should a guest be asked to bring the turkey to Thanksgiving?Dear Abby advises a person who gave up hosting Thanksgiving and is now being asked by their sister to cook a Turkey for her dinner.
Read more »
Dear Abby: My wife asked I write my own obituary, but argued previous spouses was braggingMy wife suggested I compose my own obituary, but was upset that I listed previous wives and called it bragging.
Read more »
Dear Abby: My friend grossly overcharged my kid for a Taylor Swift ticket, now we have bad bloodDear Abby weighs in on ticket resales, a cross-dressing husband and siblings exchanging Christmas gifts.
Read more »
Dear Abby: I’m tired of our annual holiday traditionDear Abby gives advice to an individual wondering if they should ask for an annual family tradition to be stopped.
Read more »
Dear Abby: I’m a lesbian, but wonder if I should be with other menDear Abby gives advice to a woman who is questioning her identity and marriage to another woman.
Read more »
Dear Abby: How do I tell my siblings we should end the holiday gift exchange?Dear Abby: My siblings and I all are over 60. How do I tell them it's time to stop exchanging Christmas gifts?
Read more »