In a "Lose-Lose" Position...

[DaisyFace]

I think... maybe... you're also still hoping that 5... 10... years from now... or when she has kids of her own... that you being there WILL have meant something, even if it doesn't mean something now.

HaoZi -

You are absolutely right!

I am hoping that sometime after difficult child is pushed out of the nest, our relationship will improve. I'm hoping that once I can get untangled from all of the day-to-day drama, things will be more pleasant.

 

[DaisyFace]

Thank you all so much for your responses...

It definitely helps to know that I am not alone - and it definitely makes me feel much more "normal". Sometimes, I am overwhelmed with guilt and a feeling like I must be the worst Mom on the planet to get this kid of response from my own child. It's nice to be able to come here and get support from others who truly "get it".

So glad, once again, for this Board and for all of you!

 

[AnnieO]

DF, if anything you make me feel better... To know that it's not just me being the Wicked Stepmother. I'd guess it's pretty darned normal when you have difficult children!