By Amy Dickinson | Tribune Content Agency PUBLISHED: May 6, 2019 at 6:00 am | UPDATED: May 6, 2019 at 6:02 pm DEAR AMY: Our family had a nice Easter this year. However, when our neighbors’ extended family rolled in to have Easter dinner, our kids all had to part ways. Over holidays and during other family-related events, this happens with all of our friends who have children our age. And, in reality, I completely understand the importance of that family time for them. So, while most of our friends have large extended family gatherings with many children to play with, many celebration days can be lonely for my kiddos. Tonight, I watched my son watching longingly to join in the other family’s events next door, but unable to jump in because some times are mostly family events. We call many of our dearest friends “framily” and consider them as close as family, but we also know that at the end of the day there are going to be times when that term only applies in a limited way. What would be some good resources or words I could use to help my children see the gift of our unique… Read full this story
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