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ownedgirlie -> RE: Do you think it would be out of line?(Seeking public opinions) (12/22/2006 8:57:12 AM)
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ORIGINAL: nikaa KenDckey, I know he would not go on a major holiday such as Christmas. However, I think I will go with LaTigresses idea and make him a gift certificate and giving it to him as a gift on Monday. I'm not wanting to do this to be the bigger person but to avoid the possiblity of futer resentment because he doesn't see his family. Truthfully the idea of him going alone give me a knot in my stomach. Then he shouldn't go. You shouldn't do things to placate them- they have made their choice, they must live with the consequences of that choice. You don't rub it into their faces, or act villified, you simply accept their choice with a sad smile and continue to offer them invitations to be your guests. They can and may very well hold you accoutable and blame it all on them- without knowing the circumstances they may be completely justified in wanting you excluded in everything. But you aren't in control of that and shouldn't try and manipulate things to placate them. If him going simply makes you a bit sad and upset, but you know it's the right thing to do- then by all means do so. If him going is simply another measure to try and open the doors and you don't think it's right, then don't do it. And, in the future, instead of getting eachother a Christmas, simply save and make the trip to New York your gift to eachother. LA said it before I could. His family will only see their son on their terms. Personally, I think that's crap. And your Master has chosen to not placate to that. Of course it is hard on him, as it would be on any son or daughter whose parents were being assholes. But as I see it, it's not as hard as giving the parents control over his life. Maybe they have a history of doing that and this is his way of taking a stand for himself for once and for all. Maybe this is his way of saying his life and who he chooses to spend it with takes precedent over what his parents might want. If it were me, I would not make such a decision for my Master, but I would ask him about it. If he said no, I would not press it again. You can always go to NY on a family vacation in the future, and let his parents know where you'll be staying...and that they are welcome to visit. Until now it seems they are quite content to give up their own son just to prove a point. Edited to add something my Master has made sure I understand: When in doubt, ask the Master. It seems you are in doubt. So ask your Master :)
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