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Ex-etiquette: Feeling torn on Father's Day, even when everyone gets along
- A bonus family chose brunch on Mother's Day and a potluck at a park on Father's Day in 2025 to celebrate together without conflict.
- The difficulty arose because adult children married into new families, making scheduling around Mother's and Father's Days complicated and requiring delicate decisions.
- Family members worked over time to establish clear boundaries involving grandparents and in-laws to maintain harmony during these gatherings.
- The author explains, "Everyone is doing their best not to put pressure," yet this effort ironically causes stress due to concern over pleasing all involved.
- The author advises that bonus families must practice good behavior after separation, acknowledging celebrations are shared but readiness for joint events varies.
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Ex-etiquette: Feeling torn on Father's Day, even when everyone gets along
Q. I’m close to both my dad and my bonus dad, and when there is a day like Father’s Day, I feel as if I have to choose. They have never required it and if I said something, they would…
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