To not want his adult kids round

[WilsonMilson]

So, DH has 2 kids from his first marriage. They are both early 20s.
He wants them to come over on Christmas Eve to exchange presents etc.

Normally of course this would be absolutely fine, but because of bloody Covid they haven’t been here since summer (when it felt safer) and I’m really unhappy about it, but feel unreasonable as it’s his kids. DH sees them more often, but he meets them for hikes and cycling etc.!

The thing is, I know they have been out socialising and rule breaking and not paying a jot of attention to the rules. Covid has been rife in the workplace of the 2nd, and I’ve heard stories of parties etc.

I’m very anxious. I have been so careful and honestly just don’t want them in my house, it’s making me jittery and tearful to even think about it, which is probably pathetic but this is what 2020 has brought me to. I don’t really want anyone in my house at the moment given that mutant ninja covid is now spreading, and especially people whom I know aren’t being careful themselves.

DH is adamant they are coming, and I feel like an awful person to put my foot down. What would you do?

@FitterHappierMoreProductive - you've missed the point completely.

I’m struggling to see the difference between Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in terms of infection risk... presuming they’re not seeing loads of other people on other days. However, I can understand why you won’t like being around them if they have put themselves and by extension you at risk.

@CareForNowt

But its not really a risk

On what planet is having two adults who've been breaking rules to go to parties, come to your house 'not really a risk'?

On the 'Step kids can do no wrong' planet obviously. Eye roll.

Clapping like a starved seal.

But its not really a risk

If ever the line "are you on glue" was appropriate...

@akittencalledjesus

But its not really a risk

If ever the line "are you on glue" was appropriate...

Considering that you have no plans to see anyone else during Xmas, and that none of you are vulnerable I'd say he should see his kids.

I'd say he should see his kids

Id say his 'kids' should have followed the rules if they wanted to see their Dad over Christmas.

It's hilarious the double standards when you compare this with the other threads about Covid on here. What happened to killing grannies if you go to the shop for a non essential chocolate bar? But going to parties and then to see your parent and his wife is a okay... 👌