Dad never got home before 7pm and was gone before I got up at 6:30am. Farmer's life. He would come home and take off his boots. Mom would finish up supper and deliver it to either the table or his chair in the living room. A glass of tea was put in his hands almost upon entry to the house. We gave up 1/2 days every Saturday and sometimes more. Sundays were the only days we had for sure, and sometimes we lost those mornings, too. I don't remember them ever arguing although I am sure they did. They prolly just never did it in front of me. They loved me a lot. I knew that. I still know that. I saw her give a lot (Acts of Service). I saw him provide an income, although she worked, too.
Hi I haven't posted to you before, but have read along on your sitch..
Your parents as I have cut & pasted above... WERE my H & I. I'm so sorry.
I struggle with co-dependency issues as well, I'm betting your Mom does too.
It can & does get better. Working the 12 steps & finding support here from others that have walked this path has been my saving grace.
Peace Bridge
Divorced 03/2010 Mom to two amazing kids
Taking the road less traveled because those encountered on the way may be just as unique.
