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“We are only having your sister’s family this year!” Mom texted. I typed back: “Have a good time.” When I refused to invite them to a grand Thanksgiving party at my house, my father broke my window and grabbed me by the throat, saying, “You think you’re better than us?” My sister had kicked me in the ribs, adding, “Some people just need to remember their place.” But…

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She made it very clear that the invitation list was exclusive.

I asked her what that meant, and she said they were only having immediate family. Aunt Diane paused. I haven’t been excluded from Thanksgiving in 40 years, Rebecca. I closed my eyes. I’m sorry. Don’t you dare apologize for them. Her voice sharpened. I called your uncle Frank and he got continue reading …

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