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9. It's hard to say. If you've had a friendly relationship and seen each other frequently then I would have

Reply to Danmel (Original post)

Sat Nov 29, 2025, 09:16 PM

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maybe expected some type of checking in with you. OTOH, if you just see him at an occasional family dinner or get together and chat a bit, then I wouldn't expect a lot. He's probably asked your son how you're doing.

Hope you're doing well.

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