My sister has it all. She married her high school sweetheart, had three children, and spent her days as a stay-at-home mom. Her husband worked hard and created a hugely successful business that has paid off.
They have a large home, a large summer home, and a large warm weather winter getaway home. They travel often, and their children have never wanted for anything. I got pregnant while dating a nice guy, though neither of us were in love.
We got married, then lost the baby. We stayed together until his drinking became abusive. I took years to recover but found another nice man with whom I had two children.
He was killed in a tragic accident that left me a widowed single mom. One child has worked through her loss and grief and is in her late teens. The other child has not and I’m always on edge wondering how his pain will manifest.
My sister and her husband don’t help. They don’t need to take care of me, but they could include my children in their family activities and travels. They fly private and usually rent multi-room villas when they travel, so have plenty of space for my kids.
The cousins try to be close on their own, but my brother-in-law steps in. I need the family support and the love of my sister. Why is she dumping me? I’m sorry your sister has disappointed you.
She sounds weak, dependent on her husband for her whole life. Reach out to her for love and support. She needs it as much as you do.
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