I'm trying to organize a birthday trip for my husband, and it involves four kids, spouses, grandkids and conflicting schedules and priorities. It requires a lot of right speech and patience. The last time I attempted a family trip, it ended badly, and that makes me leery. I'm going to keep as relaxed as possible, and also not be swallowed up with logistics. It's only been a year and a half since our younger daughter's wedding, so I know I can handle this, but in that case it was about agreeing with the couple, not all the family. Our kids have busy lives and children and they plan their trips so far ahead I may already be in conflict with plans.
Why try? It matters that families come together for big events, and it will matter to my husband that his birthday be marked and highlighted. It's a big transition, and he doesn't have friends who will do anything for him. It's up to us. But I hope to remember to do the planning cheerfully, with grace, and not with unrealistic expectations. I'm doing it because it's the right thing to do.
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