Any thoughts on how to keep it civil? [View all]
I am surprised more funerals don't devolve into brawls.
Tomorrow night, I have to have dinner with some members of my husband's family. His brother, and maybe his wife, too. They cut us off years ago. We have almost nothing to do with them. Once in awhile, I see my BIL at the local convenience store. It is never pleasant, and I have tried to share stories and anecdotes with him. I end up insulting him, because he starts it. My other SIL will be there. She lives overseas. My husband has not seen is sister in fourteen years, so I don't begrudge him. I must do this.
I think the only reason they are bothering is that they just found out about my son-in-law's death. They just want information. They don't really give a damn. My wonderful, talented, successful, caring children have always been treated like red-headed stepchildren by that side of the family. I could tell you stories!
Anyway, they probably found out about Tom's death because someone read it in the paper and told them. Tom died in March.
I will have to be nice. I am outspoken, but I have had no use for these people for years. They have hurt my husband over and over. I must be polite! Help!
I know this is related to Tom's death. Maybe they are reaching out. I just don't know.
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