30 years of in-law favoritism has me afraid to have children
She says her in-laws have openly favored her husband’s twin, Kaden, for decades, and the pattern continues into adulthood — leaving her worried about bringing children into the family dynamic.
Dear Abby: My husband has a twin brother and a younger brother. After I met his family, it became clear that his parents openly favor his twin, “Kaden.” Based on childhood stories my husband and other family members told me, his parents have spent most of their time, energy and money on Kaden. Previously, it made sense. Kaden had health problems as a child and required extra care. But now, although he’s a healthy adult in his mid-30s, the situation hasn’t changed.