(Sounded to me like a hostage exchange.) It doesn't sound like I am welcome for anything else.
"Just place the gifts down and back away...no sudden moves..."
Sorry couldn't resist. I am angry for you if you don't get to be included on Christmas morning. That's just wrong. No need for any real exchange with wife or mil that day, it would focused all on the kiddos. I am sorry, truly sorry. I will be devastated if I can't see my kids on any Christmas morning, but you are in a much better place than I, my friend, and I know you will make it through if you don't see them.
(((HUGS))) for you since you have been sending them my way.
