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[niccig]

My sister, the one I complain about, isn’t going to my parents for Christmas. She sent a group text saying not enough time off, too expensive (which happens when you don’t book international flight until 3 weeks before Christmas), and she’s tired from new job and wants to just sleep.

The “I must look after my little sister” side of me, wants to invite her to my house. The “I’m exhausted from dealing with stress of DS’ nerve pain disorder and missing too much work” side of me wants low-key no drama Christmas with our close friends.

So I’m not going to invite her, she’s 44 and has friends I’m assuming she can spend Christmas with, like she did for Thanksgiving. But how do I reply to that text? I’m waiting for my mom or older sister to say something first, but they often don’t reply to the texts for awhile or at all.


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[khm]

My sister, the one I complain about, isn’t going to my parents for Christmas. She sent a group text saying not enough time off, too expensive (which happens when you don’t book international flight until 3 weeks before Christmas), and she’s tired from new job and wants to just sleep.

The “I must look after my little sister” side of me, wants to invite her. The “I’m exhausted from dealing with stress of DS’ nerve pain disorder and missing too much work” side of me wants low-key no drama Christmas with our close friends.

So I’m not going to invite her, she’s 44 and has friends I’m assuming she can spend Christmas with, like she did for Thanksgiving. But how do I reply to that text? I’m waiting for my mom or older sister to say something first, but they often don’t reply to the texts for awhile or at all.


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"Hope you are able to get some rest!"

[doberbrat]

"I'll miss you but I'm jealous of the restful holiday"

[AnnieW625]

Keep it simple. Tell her thanks for letting you know. Keep your holiday simple as well. I rarely spend Thanksgiving or Christmas with my parents or siblings and there is no ill will.


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[niccig]

Thanks all. Great suggestions for a reply. We really need no stress these holidays


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[bisous]

"I'll miss you but I'm jealous of the restful holiday"

I like this one. I really do think your little family needs to do whatever you can to reduce stress and take care of each other.

[TwinFoxes]

"I'll miss you but I'm jealous of the restful holiday"

I think this is perfect.

[niccig]

"I'll miss you but I'm jealous of the restful holiday"

I sent this ... typical my mom and older sister didn’t reply yet


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[niccig]

I like this one. I really do think your little family needs to do whatever you can to reduce stress and take care of each other.

We do need no stress. Our close friends are dealing with similar issues and we all need things to be simple. I offered to host as they have more issues, but it’ll be simple easy food or I’ll buy prepared food. Super simple is my motto


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[mom2binsd]

Too many families hold onto traditions and feeling obligated to spend all holidays together. It sounds like a good opportunity for you to do what you want. Honestly she's probably hoping someone will buy her ticket. I like your response. Take the time to relax this holiday season.

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