"I see nothing positive to be gained by punishing your daughter and your 6- and 8-year-old grandchildren, who have offered viable alternatives, because their father is uncomfortable with your sexual orientation. Let your daughter visit and bring the children. Foster a strong relationship with all of them. If you succeed, your narrow-minded son-in-law may find himself increasingly marginalized."
"About six months ago, I began arranging a group dinner for the wives of my husband's poker buddies. It started out great. However, a new wife to the group has instigated praying in the restaurant, along with holding hands as we pray. This is not my style nor is it for a few others. We feel held hostage to her request and aren't sure how to put a stop to this display."
A same-sex couple is being excluded from overnight stays by their son-in-law, who cites discomfort explaining why the men share a bed to his young daughters. The couple declined alternative lodging and visiting arrangements and considered skipping the visit. Advice given is to accept the daughter's offers, foster a strong relationship with the grandchildren, and avoid punishing the children for the father's narrow-mindedness. Separately, a group of wives gathers for dinner but a new member insists on public prayer and holding hands, making several women uncomfortable; the recommended response is to address the matter privately with the woman who initiated the practice.
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