DEAR HARRIETTE: My sister-in-law invited me to join her for her bachelorette trip to the Virgin Islands. While I didn’t want to miss out on a trip to the Caribbean, I was a little hesitant because I really don’t know any of her friends.

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Eventually, she ended up telling me I could bring a plus-one if I’d like. I took her up on her offer and invited a friend of mine who had been telling me how much she needed a getaway. Though we’re close, I had never traveled with this friend either … and I don’t think I ever will again.

She put a damper on the entire trip. She complained about work, the food, the heat, her dog, her co-workers, the sand, the excursions and even her creaky door back at home.

I felt horrible for bringing this dark cloud to what was supposed to be a fun-fi

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