Dear Cropped Out: Adrienne’s persistent exclusion of you and your kids on social media is certainly hurtful, and your feelings are valid. Social media doesn’t define a relationship, but in today’s landscape, it certainly carries some weight.

During those vacations and other fun times, when we take group photos together, Adrienne only posts pictures of herself and her daughter, as if my kids and I weren’t there. After eight years, she’s never posted a photo of us together or wished me a “happy birthday” on social media.

When we take group photos together, she only posts pictures of herself and her daughter, as if my kids and I weren’t there.