Miss Manners: What could I do about the loud child in the restaurant?
Briefly

During a solo dining experience interrupted by a toddler's shrieking, consider resolving the situation by sending cookies instead of confronting the parents directly, as Miss Manners suggests.
When faced with challenging in-laws during holiday hosting duties, one can feel stressed and resentful. However, fulfilling the host role has both familial obligations and fairness in mind.
If family members provide unsolicited comparisons about your misfortunes, it may be frustrating but highlights their lack of empathy. Navigating such conversations requires tact and setting boundaries.
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