Writing challenge, Day 23: a family member you dislike

I don't know anyone who doesn't have someone in their family that they don't like very much. It could be a sibling, a parent, an aunt or uncle or a cousin, or just about anyone. The reasons are as varied as ever. Oftentimes, things that happened during childhood are never really forgotten or resolved, and the underlying issues can fester for many years. Then the family members involved remain in a lifelong stalemate. Loads of fun for...no one.

In my case, I do have a couple of family members whose habits or behavior drive me up one wall and down another. I could write some stories or maybe even a book. When I saw this entry on the list, I cringed a bit. Who would I hang up and beat in public? I could have one heck of a good time with this. However, in complete contradiction to Day 23 of the Writing Challenge, I'm not going to air my dirty laundry out in public. The potential for permanently altering or destroying a relationship is a risk greater than I want to take.

Call me a chicken or a coward if you must, but preserving my family relationships is more important than dishing out some dirt for the sake of a few laughs, "Likes" on Facebook, or pats on the back.

For next time, I'll share a few thoughts on something I miss. Don't miss it.