What's the Huge Christmas Surprise for This Family?

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around a participant's excitement about their brother's family visiting for Christmas, highlighting the emotional significance of the gathering amidst discussions about their mother's care. Participants express joy and support for the upcoming family reunion and share their own experiences related to family gatherings during the holidays.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares their excitement about their brother's family visiting for Christmas, noting it will be their first holiday together since the brother's marriage.
  • Another participant expresses happiness for the family reunion and encourages enjoyment of the moment without stress.
  • Several users mention the importance of discussing their mother's care face-to-face during this visit.
  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, reflects on the challenges of long-distance travel for family gatherings, sharing their own experience of making similar trips.
  • Another participant highlights the emotional aspect of being together during the holidays and the significance of capturing current family photos for their mother.
  • Some participants express hope that the visit will be both productive and enjoyable, acknowledging the serious nature of the discussions at hand.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

General agreement exists among participants regarding the positive aspects of the family visit and the emotional support it provides, though some express concern about the challenges that may arise during the discussions about their mother's care.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects personal experiences related to family dynamics during the holiday season, particularly in the context of caregiving and emotional support.

Who May Find This Useful

Participants within the consultant community who are navigating similar family dynamics or caregiving situations during the holidays may find this discussion relatable.

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I just found out today that my big brother and his family are going to be here this weekend, until the 22nd or 23rd!
We have been on the phone, and emailing so much lately regarding my Mom's care, and he decided we need to all be together to discuss it face to face.
Right now, he is stationed in LA, and my SIL & the kids are still in VA. - so he is on his way to pick them up, and then they are all traveling up here!

I'm excited - because we have never spent Christmas with them as a family since they've been married!
Good thing SIL called me first thing this morning, because today was my day to ship all their gifts from us and my mom to them! She called just before I was leaving to do that! Whew!
 
How nice to share such a wonderful holiday with family. Don't stress about getting prepared, just enjoy the moment.
 
That's great!
 
How wonderful! So happy for you!
 
how exciting! i wish above everything else that i could spend the holidays with my brother. plus - it will be easier to discuss your moms care/health this way. i hope it is a productive and relaxed visit for you all.
 
That is awesome Becky. I hope this will help relieve some of the stress you have been under. Enjoy the time with them.
 
Great news! I hope you have a really fun time with them, as well as dealing with the serious stuff... Merry Christmas!
 
Yeah Becky - make the best of it! Enjoy them and get lots done!
 
That's a long drive - my brother is in the Coast Guard and is stationed in Essexville on the Saginaw river. We make the drive once a year - either from here or from western Virginia - add LA on top of that and it's a long one. I hope they have a safe trip and you have a great holiday.
 
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pcsharon1 said:
That's a long drive - my brother is in the Coast Guard and is stationed in Essexville on the Saginaw river. We make the drive once a year - either from here or from western Virginia - add LA on top of that and it's a long one. I hope they have a safe trip and you have a great holiday.
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I guess I should have said that he's flying from LA to VA! :o
 
I hope you are able to have a wonderful and blessed Christmas together.
 
Great news, Becky! I hope you have a wonderful visit with him and that together you can make some good decisions regarding your mom's care...what an awesome blessing that he can be with you to help. Prayers being said for their safe travel and for a very merry Christmas celebration for all of you!!!
 
Becky, that is wonderful news. I'm sure you'll enjoy your visit & find great support in each other. :)
 
Have a great visit! I hope it's productive and fun.
 
You are going to have a great family Christmas!
 
What a Wonderful Surprise!! Have a GREAT time & take TONS of pics!!! ;):D;)
 
Have fun Becky! Enjoy your family time together!

Hey Ginge, how are ya!? How'd your year end up!?
 
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Ginger428 said:
What a Wonderful Surprise!! Have a GREAT time & take TONS of pics!!! ;):D;)
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The great thing is that I am making a Photo Album for my Mom so that she can keep everyone straight - and now I'll be able to get currant pictures of everyone! I am so happy about that!
 
What a wonderful surprise. I hope you have a lovely time.
 
This could really be quite a blessing for you Becky. First being with everyone, getting current pictures for all especially your Mom and for everyone to see for themselves what is going on. Easier in person than long distance.

Hugs!!!!!
 
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pamperedharriet said:
This could really be quite a blessing for you Becky. First being with everyone, getting current pictures for all especially your Mom and for everyone to see for themselves what is going on. Easier in person than long distance.

Hugs!!!!!
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Yes - because on the phone you can think that she's just a bit "forgetful"....you do really need to be with her for a day to know the seriousness of the situation.
I know this will be hard on my brother. I see it all the time, but it's going to be a shock for him.
 
Yes, it will be hard on your brother to come up and see this first hand but it is something that he too has to experience and be able to understand some of the things you and the rest of the family are dealing with on an everyday basis. It will be quite the welcome call. Good luck with your family "reunion" and hope it has more good times than not. This is something the whole family needs.
 

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