Dear Abby: My brother-in-law won’t talk to be because I refuse to be his nanny

A sibling’s resentment over a family business and personal life is straining a relationship, as one twin accuses her sister and brother-in-law of dismissing her contributions while judging her lifestyle choices. The tension highlights generational and familial expectations clashing with individual autonomy, leaving the writer feeling unappreciated and misunderstood. Questions about fairness, loyalty, and personal freedom lie at the heart of the conflict, raising broader issues about how families perceive support and independence. The letter offers a raw look at how sibling dynamics can fracture under differing values and perceptions of effort.

DEAR ABBY: My twin sister and her husband are expecting their first child. I run a small business with my father. Although I work hard, neither of them seems to see or acknowledge my efforts. They consider me to be “sponging” off my father. They also disapprove of my relationship with my boyfriend because we...