CATCH DARK · DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILIES

Dysfunctional Families.

Your family texts you. You reply in emoji.

VsMom & DadSunday LunchYou can't make it this Sunday. They took it personally.Vsthe Golden ChildThe FavoriteShe took credit for your party. Now she'd like applause.Vsthe Family Group ChatEveryone at OnceFourteen people in the chat. Three of them have thoughts.Vsthe Mother-in-LawThe HolidaysYou're hosting the holidays. She's bringing a turkey anyway.VsDadThe Real JobYou quit the bank to make pottery. He's proud. In his way.Vsthe AuntStill Single?She asks because she cares. Out loud.Vsthe BrotherThe LoanHe needs $200 till Friday. Again.VsMomThe GrandkidsWhen are you giving her grandchildren? She keeps asking.Vsthe StepmotherThe Wedding SeatShe wants the front row with your dad. That's your mom's seat.VsYour ExThe WeekendIt's your weekend with the kids. Your ex wants to swap. Again.VsGrandmaThe RingThe ring was promised to you. Now it's 'we'll see.'Vsthe UncleThe Business IdeaHe wants $5,000 for his can't-miss business. You've said no.Vsthe CousinThe WeddingYou're her bridesmaid. The asks keep growing past your budget.VsYour TeenagerThe Car KeysYour 17-year-old wants the car Saturday night. You said no.Vsthe Sister-in-LawThe Baby ShowerShe's decided her baby shower is at your place. And on you.Vsthe Father-in-LawThe Family BusinessHe wants you to quit your job and join the family business.VsMomThe DivorceMom wants you on her side. And home on Dad's birthday.VsYour DaughterMoving Back HomeShe wants to move back in. With her boyfriend. "For a few months."Vsthe TwinThe BirthdayYour twin wants the usual joint party. At her place. Her way.VsDad's New GirlfriendThe IntroductionShe wants you at a "family" brunch Sunday. And a nickname.