It's something I just can't fathom. Stories of 13-year-olds doing LSD, stealing cars, and getting pregnant. When I was 13 I was a little innocent baby lol, more concerned with read... moreIt's something I just can't fathom. Stories of 13-year-olds doing LSD, stealing cars, and getting pregnant. When I was 13 I was a little innocent baby lol, more concerned with reading fantasy novels and going on bike-rides than diving head-first into the slums of adult problems. My parents had it so easy with me. What about you? Were you easy on your parents?
I think that regardless of what parents say to their children, they always have a secret (and sometimes not so secret) favorite child.You know, he gets away with more things and se... moreI think that regardless of what parents say to their children, they always have a secret (and sometimes not so secret) favorite child.You know, he gets away with more things and seems to do no wrong.What did that do for / to you, or the chosen sibling???
At Wal-Mart the.other day I saw a guy meet with some coworkers and putting a.hand on a kid's shoulders he.said to his friend, "hey meet my stepson Johnnie".There was nothing overtl... moreAt Wal-Mart the.other day I saw a guy meet with some coworkers and putting a.hand on a kid's shoulders he.said to his friend, "hey meet my stepson Johnnie".There was nothing overtly happening that made me think anything was amiss, but it still didn't feel right to me.Why do men introduce their step children. As such and not as their sons or daughter?My feelings would get hurt evertkme he did that.NOTE: Glis shoved me a thought a had not considered. What if all parties involved can actually get along and therrs and active ex father in this kids life. Should this step father call the kid son? Or.step son.?Good point Gliss. less
For instance, you disapproved of the marriage, or you and the new spouse did not get along with each other, or you were no longer a minor when the marriage took place, etc. ~
I have a family member who is an alcoholic. She has been sober for a while. Almost sure she has relapsed.Just don't understand, her life is going so well. Is ther... moreI have a family member who is an alcoholic. She has been sober for a while. Almost sure she has relapsed.Just don't understand, her life is going so well. Is there some way to encourage her to stop before everything in her life falls apart?
I'm an adult with symptoms of PTSD and have had anxiety for years. I have had a chaotic, violent and abusive childhood even up to early adulthood. Belittling, cruelty, hitting, scr... moreI'm an adult with symptoms of PTSD and have had anxiety for years. I have had a chaotic, violent and abusive childhood even up to early adulthood. Belittling, cruelty, hitting, screaming and mocking were daily/weekly life. This was all done mainly by a manic and borderline psychotic mother who I've debated calling police on. I am living with my 'parents' still due to finances and my anxiety I've had the last several years; many days I feel I don't even deserve joy, love or I feel nonexistent. My father recently assaulted me after defending my mom and her harsh cruel words again.. he hit me several times, and I know I could have reported him, but didn't. I need a steady full time job to get out, and until I get that, do I even speak to him? It pains me even to say hi, knowing he could give a CRAP less about any thing I've gone through and gets away with his actions for years (alcoholic too). When I get out, I have no other person in my fam. who could financially help me in a bind if I needed.. do I stay in ... less
my father used to abuse me all the time , physically and mentally abuse me. he would hit me, thrash me until i bleed while my mother just looked on adn did nothinh. Then they would... moremy father used to abuse me all the time , physically and mentally abuse me. he would hit me, thrash me until i bleed while my mother just looked on adn did nothinh. Then they would pretend to be such innocent caring loving parents. My husbands parents are the same his father is a mean drunk who has tortured them all his life and his mother is a wicked old bitch who continues to torture is until this day if she cant use us for money and other benefits. But they all pretend to be all so holier than though, go to church and preach. they tell us that we will ho to hell for not doing what they say and for hurting them. I dont know how to explain their attitude. It is like they are amazing parents who have done the best they can , countless sacrifices, so selfless etc and they deserve to be treated like royalty for being parents when they are just basic dirty scums who hust fucked and unfortunately got kids and did not know what to do with them. they are hypocrites. less
I have two cousins, who are half my age, just entered college.. when they were growing up, I'd babysit them, play with them, laugh etc. They have EVERYthing and more, money wise, a... moreI have two cousins, who are half my age, just entered college.. when they were growing up, I'd babysit them, play with them, laugh etc. They have EVERYthing and more, money wise, and now are going to very good schools. Only thing is, in the last couple years, they've shown no interest to truly be with me/hang out... I have always had to make the effort. I thought, well, they are only 18, etc.. but, at 18 I was making contact with my other cousin when I wanted to see them...so , I wonder, do I go make the hours long visit to see them (they have not personally invited me.. ) at their schools, or kind of let it go.. ? Someone told me to back off, b/c why should I make the only effort to see/hang out.. but I still feel a sliver of guilt. I'm not sure why though.. they both do not ask me about my life or me ever. I just don't want to appear stand off ish either, or like I don't care at all, it's just I feel empty and not full of enthusiasm about visit- any ideas welcome.. less
