My Husband’s Family Excluded Me from All Pictures and Gatherings — Little Did They Know What It Would Lead To

“I didn’t even know you were going,” I’d say, trying to keep my voice neutral.

“It was super last-minute,” he’d mumble.

” I didn’t think you’d be into it.”

Once, Claudette told me during brunch, “These things are honestly so dull, honey. We didn’t want to torture you with three hours of tuna casserole and Grandpa ranting about the IRS.”

I forced a laugh. “Wow, thanks for the save.”

Jason would pat my knee and whisper, “They’re just old-fashioned.

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