Family boundaries and celebrations: Why exclusion from a dinner plan led to a difficult decision regarding a birthday event

and his family.

Now, standing outside that restaurant in Rome, I made my choice. I wouldn’t confront Sean before the dinner. I would let events unfold. And when they did, I would be ready.

Our flight had landed at Fiumicino Airport just as the golden Italian sunset painted the skyline. I had arranged private transportation for the entire Caldwell entourage:continue reading …