Dear Eric: Several months ago, a group of friends and I planned a vacation trip for this coming fall. We prepaid the hotel costs, all-inclusive fees and paid for round-trip airline tickets.

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A few weeks ago, I received a “save the date” postcard from my nephew and his fiancée. The wedding will be held in a state fairly distant from where I live and is planned on dates right in the middle of my vacation.

While it would be wonderful to be with my sister – his mother – and her family for the wedding, I am conflicted about canceling my vacation plans, especially since most everything is paid for.

I have spoken to my sister, and she did not express any anger or resentment about continuing with my plans. I have not spoken to my nephew yet. I don’t believe my other siblings pl

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