We have decided to stay home for Christmas this year and not travel, but DH's Grandpa called last night and said they're doing Christmas on Dec. 11th. It is a 3.5 hr. drive one way and we'll either have to do it all in 1 day or stay overnight some place (hotel) and then I feel bad b/c we're only like 30 min. from MIL at that point too.
I really don't want to go, especially b/c weather could be bad, but feel bad b/c we definitely won't see DH's grandpa probably until Easter. MIL might show up for Christmas at our place and will definitely show up for the baby and we'll see her next weekend too, so I'm not worried about missing her.
So would you drive 3.5 hrs. for a meal/family time for a few hours at 34 weeks pg? Also, it is the weekend before Alex's bday and that is when I wanted to have a small bday party for him. Plus, we're travelling all over OH and WV next weekend.
Re: WWYD: Driving @34 weeks
I think if it's possible, I'd go. If you don't see his grandpa all that often, and he called to invite you, I'd definitely make the effort.
I don't think it's necessary to visit MIL though since you'll be seeing her so soon.