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[blackhole99]

To me, whether I go to the holiday parties or not would depend on how much I wanted to be part of the new family. I'm assuming you already have a good relationship with your parent and see he or she fairly often so they should already know where you are coming from. Also, there is always someone who will be and have more than you do, no matter what your status is. As long as that fact doesn't cripple you socially, I would just go and be myself. If they like you and are interested in getting to know you they will, if not then so be it. My experience has been, not to let relatives affect your life and how you see yourself. I'm not a party person myself, unless for some reason I want to be seen or I know that they will have cheesecake there.LOL

[CherryHugs]

Thank you all so very much. There are so many great suggestions that I will take into consideration.  I know that they will work for me and help me in the situation!!

You all are such a great help with all that you offer when someone needs suggestions and advice. I know I can always count on you all  

God Bless! 

[CherryHugs]

Thank you all so very much. There are so many great suggestions that I will take into consideration.  I know that they will work for me and help me in the situation!!

You all are such a great help with all that you offer when someone needs suggestions and advice. I know I can always count on you all 

God Bless!

[magicmoodz]

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@excpa wrote:

I'm hung up on "new step family".  I don't understand.

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@excpa

Leave it to us analyticals to try to understand the facts! 😁

[ROMARY]

Sometimes the most shy, quiet people end up being very recognized (locally or whatever).   Taking a couple of public speaking classes at a community college or elsewhere might help.   'All in all', other people are no better than you.  Just do your best at whatever you enjoy.  Be yourself.  Who knows, maybe some of your step family members will hold future opportunities for you.    Also, asking questions with each person is usually an ice-breaker.  Many successful people like to talk about themselves, their achievements, their children's achievements, etc.  When something they talk about interests you, tell them how interesting that subject matter is, etc.  Ask questions, tell them you'd love to experience (whatever), etc, etc.