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Engage or not to engage???

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I have a SD that is 23 yrs old.  She is entitled and spoiled.  She has been welcomed into our home for every occasion and has lived with us 3X now due to her financial woes.  She thinks that it's her daddy's responsibilty to take care of her and to make her life easier...and he has given into her wishes on many occasion and he has told me that he won't give into her on others.  Most recently, we have decided to take a stand and not to enable her selfish attitude.....or at least I thought that was the agreement. This is just an example of one small item that is going on at the moment....this

Adult stepchildren

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I have been married to my second husband for 8 1/2 years. I have a stepson that is 27, a drop out, a drug addict, an alcoholic and hasn't worked regular job his whole life. He lives with his mother who is barely making it herself. I also have a stepdaughter that is trying a little harder than her brother but has difficulties making wise financial decisions for herself, has a very entitled attitude and wants to do things her way.....all the time. My husband seems to think that she's a gem and justifies her spending habits. I strongly disagree.