People are trying to help, not undermine. Be receptive to their input and you’ll make progress in leaps and bounds.
You’ve had all you can take of a naysayer and either you walk or he does. Ironically (but not unexpectedly) this showdown gets him to say yes.
Steer clear of the family drama. Both sides are right and both sides are wrong and neither is listening anyway. Wait until after the 17th to broker a truce.
Some things you do just for the joy of it. Put aside money concerns because they’re getting in the way of your fulfillment.
Take it down a notch. The other party will accede to your demands but not if you shame them into it.
You’ve been waiting for someone to make good on a favor, but this won’t happen on its own. You’re going to have to ask outright (and maybe even guilt trip).
