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WWYD??
I am not super close to my half-siblings. We all have the same dad and I did live with them when they were very young but there is 10 years between my brother and I and 15 years between my sister and I.
Long story short, Iwe don't really do b-day gifts for each other. When we celebrate b-days togehter (which is rare) my dad and step-mom will get me something and kind of say its from all of them. I have never really been invited to one of their b-days since they were REALLY small when I used to get them toys and stuff.
Well my bro is turning 18 (!!!) and my dad invited me and hubby to a surprise dinner. I feel like I should get him something BUT the only thing is little sister's b-day was in early Feb. and now I feel awkward because if I get him something it will be as if I forgot her b-day when in fact we just have never done celebrating together.
I have no idea what to do in this situation. HELP!
Re: WWYD??
If it's in your budget, and you don't mind "opening the lines of communication" from now on, I would bring a gift for the birthday boy, and a little something for her too, letting her know you didn't forget that she just had a birthday as well. I think they will really appreciate it, seeing as how you are their cool, older sister (even if they hardly see you). It could even be something generic like Lotto tickets, or movie tickets- just so it doesn't get all confusing and awkward with trying to gift something meaningful.....LOL
Goodluck! Hope you have a good time re-connecting a bit w/your half siblings
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Agreed!... I don't get gifts for my step-sisters, but if someone threw them a 'special' year bday party, I'd bring something... not like they get for me, either.
I wouldn't worry about it.
Agreed...I really like this suggestion!