Post by doctorsbaby on Oct 24, 2014 23:07:53 GMT -5
I would just cross my fingers that enough people turn out so there is a buffer if they don't get along. But really, they should both realize this is a possibility and learn to deal with it early on if SM plans to be involved in kids school activities.
Post by gogadgetgo on Oct 24, 2014 23:13:04 GMT -5
Yikes. Based on a similar situation with DH's parents, I'd say if they both RSVP, someone needs to run interference between the two if they both go. I don't know how you would disinvite the stepmom. That's so awkward.
Not necessarily awkward. My mom and stepmom frequently attend the same events. They are now friends. They're both amazing people who sucked it up for the sake of the kids and figured out how awesome each other were.
Anyway, I'd actually take it as a good sign that stepmom wants to be involved and get to know other parents in the kid's class. Gotta start somewhere, ya know?
I would worry only if punches were thrown at the event. And then I might be torn. Break it up? Stand back and watch in disbelief? Grab my things and leave?
PS - But yeah, I might cringe or at least be intrigued!
I would worry only if punches were thrown at the event. And then I might be torn. Break it up? Stand back and watch in disbelief? Grab my things and leave?
PS - But yeah, I might cringe or at least be intrigued!
They'll get along or they'll ignore each other. If it gets really ugly, call 911.
So much this. Running interference and creating a buffer will make it obvious and probably worse in the long run. At best, they'll be civil or ignore each other. At worst...chick fight. Either way you can't do much about it.