[DianaB]

I'm so sorry, Janet, that your evening didn't go smoothly. At least you don't have to see your brother very often. Maybe the two of you should have a talk when you're alone and try and straighten out the problems between you. You might point out to him that you don't appreciate him bringing things up in front of everyone that needs to be dealt with privately.

My kids and grandkids are wonderful and we all get along really well but I'm not going to say that we don't have any problems. I've mentioned my brother but haven't said much about his family!!! My family hates to have them over but since he's my only sibling I'm stuck with being a good sister. We don't have trouble with arguing but with attitudes. I think that he's doing much better with his drug addiction but it was hard when he thought that we didn't know about it. He's got a daughter that is into drugs, a step-daughter (14) who acts very improper around guys, a step-son who is ADHD, and a spoiled little daugher who demands to have her way! Oh, he does have a couple of kids from another marriage that are wonderful and we love to have them over.

The good news is that they aren't up here very often so I don't have to deal with their problems. I've found that keeping my distance from those who cause me trouble helps me to like them more!!!!

That's over and done with, now enjoy the rest of your Christmas!!!