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TIL a calm way to handle who pays on family vacations
We had to plan a big cabin trip with my siblings and their kids, which always sparks money talks. I started by asking everyone to chip in for groceries before we even left (it set a clear expectation). This small step made the bigger cost talks about lodging and activities way less tense. Now, we do a quick chat upfront for every trip, and it cuts down on the later awkwardness. It's not perfect, but it helps a lot.
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seancarr7mo ago
My own method is just being bad at math and hoping for the best, which has led to some truly passive aggressive Venmo requests. Setting a clear plan like you did sounds way smarter than my usual chaos. Maybe I should try the grown-up talk thing next time.
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rowan5937mo ago
Grown-up talks are how you avoid those passive aggressive requests. Clear plans turn chaos into calm.
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