Please can I have your thoughts on this situation?
After a pretty rubbish Christmas I worked out I’m better alone and enjoy my own company, I know I’m an introvert.
DP and I don’t live together but we’ve been together almost ten years.
He has children (late teens).
Here’s my problem. His mum and dad have a celebration planned. I’ve long since been considered part of the family. They are lovely parents to him and I like them but due to my introverted nature I find it really difficult.
When his kids are with their grandparents they play up and it’s just embarrassing and I’d rather not be there.
I’m invited to the party but after the Christmas shenanigans I’d rather not go. DP would be really offended If I told the truth, so would his parents.
Should I throw a sickie or just grin and bear it?