The article discusses the importance of addressing fairness in blended families, particularly regarding experiences and opportunities for children. A correspondent shares their experience with a family tradition of vacationing with a nephew, which was disrupted by a new stepmother's insistence on equality for her children. This policy led to resentment and animosity within the family. Prudence highlights that couples going into blended families should openly discuss rules about inclusivity and fairness in advance. Recommendations for affordable alternatives, like sleepover camps, are also suggested.
"Please don't keep your daughter from a wonderful experience because her sister is jealous! My sister and I built a close relationship through annual vacations with our nephew."
"Couples who are blending families should figure out what fairness looks like for their kids long before there's an expensive opportunity for one child on the table."
"I recommend that his stepdaughter try out a one-week sleepover camp by the YMCA or a similar organization. These camps are more affordable and will let you know if she can hack it without the huge expense."
"This has created animosity within the family, especially between our great-nephew and his stepmom, which was avoidable."
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