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Estranged relatives.

Ive been estranged from a sister since maybe 2020ish after a big falling out. We used to be close when our parents were alive but after they died it exacerbated some already existing problems and we haven’t spoken in about 3 years. We had some friends in common and now when they ask how my sister is doing or what she is up to, I never know how to answer. I don’t really wanna air out dirty laundry or invite discussion about it. I also don’t wanna embarrass them for asking - Even extended family doesn't know anything about it and I don’t really wanna tell them either.

Whats a clever way to navigate to this awkward situation?
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Kuronekko · 41-45, F
Strange parallels to my own story. My dad died in 2020 and my sister got a new partner and stopped speaking to me. I tried for a long time to see her but she can't seem to do anything without her bf. She is only just starting to want to see me again now that her relationship isn't so new and exciting anymore. What made it more awkward is that shes dating an ex of mine from 20 years ago 🫤
DoubleRings · 51-55, F
@Kuronekko weird that she stopped speaking to you. But at least if anyone were to ask you could honestly say you just haven’t heard from her and you could say maybe she’s busy.