I guess my question is that I know that "I" need to step back and detach but what about the adult children of a MLCer?
The relationship between the MLC'er and the adult children can be complicated. You may find yourself in the situation of attempting to explain what's going on, but once that's done, whatever happens is between the adult child and the MLC'er.
You can only do so much, then step back, watching the situation, as the relationship is definitely between them, has nothing to do with you; although you can support and validate the feelings of the adult child as questions are asked.
When/if reconnection is made, it goes "backward" through his children, his family.... with the spouse being last in line. That is what I've seen happen, not in just my own situation but several others.
Remember, as each person is different, every MLC/Transition is different..what works for one may not work for another. Most of the time it is trial and error for ALL involved.
I will be locking this thread; it is over 100 posts.
Remember, as each person is different, every MLC/Transition is different..what works for one may not work for another. Most of the time it is trial and error for ALL involved.
