“Budget Issues,” Dad Said About My Kids’ Gifts — So I Took Them to Aspen

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“Where are Grandma and Grandpa’s presents?” Grace asked, looking around confused.

“Remember, sweetie? They’re spending Christmas with Tyler and Madison.”

Emma’s face fell but rallied quickly. “Can we call them after we open presents?”

Around 9:30, we video-called my parents. The sheer volume of gifts surrounding Derek’s family was staggering—thousands continue reading …