Well-meaning help
My well-meaning mum went shopping for me last night after she brought me home, and bought me a 3 litre-milk which triggered an emotional tirade from me. Nothing that can't be fixed of course, I just ...
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Jen, your response has really made me think. I can really understand your decision here, but I know that no one else can truly understand how difficult a decision like this is!
I've carefully orchestrated which appointments, which parts of this journey is 'safe' for my mum, for me, for my kids (as her grandchildren). My mum is the way she is and she can't help it, but I have these mechanisms in place so that I can keep a relationship with her. So far it's working to keep these visits positive experiences. I did use this blog as an outlet for my frustration, disappointment, and my fear around how vulnerable I feel right now. I think you can understand the layers of that vulnerability.