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Ask Amy: Former in-law’s contact riles hurt feelings

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They should also never go to a private swimming pool without your direct supervision, and because “Ned” seems unable or unwilling to establish boundaries, you must. There are affordable above-ground pools; you should consider investing in one for your own yard.

Dear Amy: “Tired of Hosting” hosted playdates at her house, and other parents never reciprocated.

This happened to me, too. In our upscale neighborhood, I realize in retrospect that I was a much younger mother and honestly – I was used as a babysitting and nanny service. I wish I’d had a backbone.

– Still Tired

Dear Tired: I assume the kids you hosted are grateful – even if their parents aren’t.

 

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