I haven't even told my Mom. Although I think she senses something is wrong. Being fair I've only told my sister and a couple of close friends. I had a conversation with my D15 the other night, and I'm afraid I do to her this very thing...make a comment that I don't mean to be hurtful or negative but that is exactly how she takes it. Other side of the coin, mom's do the best they know how.

As far as your trip to Vegas, good for you. I am def not the type to do that alone but wish I would venture doing things alone a little more!

If you are trying to build a better relationship with your family would you consider inviting your Mom to go with you. I understand if you don't want to. I try to limit time with my Mom to only a few hours at a time smile ...I know that sounds horrible.

You could say something like "I was thinking about what you were saying about Vegas being more fun with a friend. Would you be interested in joining me?"

Just a thought, you would be validating her and working on that relationship...

Me-44 (45)
H- 50 (51)
M-'96

S-18(20)D-15(17)D-12(14)

BD Feb 2014 (he works overseas)
home Oct(sep rooms)
(EAs possible Pa's unconfirmed)
insists wants D through July 2015
no more talk of D since