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<blockquote data-quote="Lothlorien" data-source="post: 209851" data-attributes="member: 1024"><p>My dad wasn't around in the beginning. I saw him once a week and then he sat and chatted with the adults, instead of spending time with me. I resented it when I was older (about 5 or 6). I grew up with my Aunt. I think it was worse, for me, not having my mother around. Eventually, I moved in with Dad and he wasn't really there for me, emotionally, then, either. I grew up, got over it and am okay. I have a good relationship with my dad and stepmom, now. Wish it was better, but I can't complain.</p><p> </p><p>Your grandson still has loving family all around him. That says a lot. You asked what do you do that will make you an emotionally safe person for him....I can't answer that, but not being judgemental is definitely priority when dealing with someone's innermost thoughts and pains.</p><p> </p><p>My instinct is to tell you not to put the horse before the cart, but you know your son better than anyone. I hope that he can be encouraged to take part in his son's life. I know you've said your faith is a bit shaky right now, but don't be discouraged. Keep praying for your son that he will change his life around and turn the right path.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Lothlorien, post: 209851, member: 1024"] My dad wasn't around in the beginning. I saw him once a week and then he sat and chatted with the adults, instead of spending time with me. I resented it when I was older (about 5 or 6). I grew up with my Aunt. I think it was worse, for me, not having my mother around. Eventually, I moved in with Dad and he wasn't really there for me, emotionally, then, either. I grew up, got over it and am okay. I have a good relationship with my dad and stepmom, now. Wish it was better, but I can't complain. Your grandson still has loving family all around him. That says a lot. You asked what do you do that will make you an emotionally safe person for him....I can't answer that, but not being judgemental is definitely priority when dealing with someone's innermost thoughts and pains. My instinct is to tell you not to put the horse before the cart, but you know your son better than anyone. I hope that he can be encouraged to take part in his son's life. I know you've said your faith is a bit shaky right now, but don't be discouraged. Keep praying for your son that he will change his life around and turn the right path. [/QUOTE]
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