In a recent letter to advice columnist Eric Thomas, a perplexed cousin sought guidance on how to handle the presence of her cousin’s longtime friend at family events. Despite having no issue with the friend personally, the cousin expressed a desire for events to be more exclusive to family members. Thomas suggested that the friend may be considered a “play cousin” by the family, someone who is not biologically related but is included in family gatherings due to close ties. He advised the cousin to approach the situation with an open mind and to ask her cousin about the nature of their relationship. By understanding the depth of the friendship, the cousin may be able to find a compromise that includes both family and the friend in future gatherings. The column encourages readers to submit their own questions to Eric Thomas for advice on various topics.
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