You really need to go. It is so important to spend time with your family as they are not always going to be around. Love my husband dearly, but there is always some excuse as to why he can't go but I don't let that be the reason for me not to go. Left up to him we never would have done anything that meant a lot of travel or crowds. So...my children and I went to the family reunions, the parades, 4th of July shows, craft shows, etc. Share your children and yourself with the family. We are only here for a short time.