In the context of family holiday planning, the article addresses the dilemma of feeling excluded from celebrations organized by a daughter-in-law's family. The author suggests that the son should advocate for his parents, as it may be easier for him to address the issue rather than for them directly. The article emphasizes the importance of initiating conversations about sharing holidays and not defaulting to one family's plans, thereby fostering family autonomy and ensuring quality time together, highlighting that the ultimate goal is to maintain family connections.
But you need an advocate here and it's (relatively) easier for him to stand up for you than for you to insert yourself.
By asking for what you want (or a version of what you want), you'll also be giving your son and daughter-in-law the chance to exercise their own autonomy.
Splitting family holidays can get complicated, but it's important to remember the ultimate goal is quality time together.
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