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

” asked Marco, the maître d’, a man I had worked with on several high-profile events.

“Perfect, Marco,” I replied, forcing a smile. “Absolutely perfect.”

I knew, with crystal clarity, that this would be the last event I would ever plan for the Caldwells. But my professional pride demanded nothing less than excellence, even for my executioners.

I returned continue reading …