Whelenman: Over the decades of my law enforcement career I became familiar with the incredibly high numbers of families that have "estrangements" in their clans!
Estrangements are VERY common in American families (sadly).
I feel lucky that I am on good terms with all my VarmintChildren as well as my siblings, nephews, nieces, cousins, aunts and uncles.
I was especially close with my now (recently) deceased parents. I did have one mother-in-law that was a pain in the ass but we remained civil to each other (political differences) right up until her recent passing.
Takes effort sometimes but it is worth it (IMO) to remain civil/friendly with "relatives".
Hold into the wind
VarmintGuy
