I offer D17 a hug and gently suggest she go brush her teeth to be alone for a bit while I complete other end of day tasks for her.
D17, "NO, Dad. Just leave me alone. Let me be!"
Originally Posted by grok
G, "Well D19, your sister and brother are in a different place, heart and mind, than you are. Their needs are different than yours." D19, "Not as much as you might think Dad. She just doesn't want to offend."
Kids will lash out at you more than you deserve. It’s perfectly normal, for they cannot yet risk losing their Mom and will therefore express themselves at/to you. Their journey through their loss and grief is difficult. Continue to be their rock, gently steer them, and be that living example / role model.
Originally Posted by grok
I've been scared of single parenting. I worry about all the things that were once divided tasks between H and W. From the beginning of this breakage, what comes next when I zero'd expectations of/from W?
Yes, single parenting starts off scary. So many once shared/joint tasks and responsibilities get laid upon your shoulders. In time, one finds their footing. We do find our way.
Stay strong Dad. You are doing great!
D
Feelings are fleeting. Be better, not bitter. Love the person, forgive the sin.
