It’s Christmas and My Step-Daughter Hates Me!
Dear Robin,
I am the step-parent to a 30-something (“Only Child”) and when I got remarried I was excited about being part of a family again. Unfortunately, it isn’t turning out at all as I had hoped.
Dear Robin,
I am the step-parent to a 30-something (“Only Child”) and when I got remarried I was excited about being part of a family again. Unfortunately, it isn’t turning out at all as I had hoped.
Dear Robin:
I consider myself happily married (second for us both) with the exception of occasional complications of our “blended family.” My husband and I have very different perspectives on how those issues should be handled and whenever they come up there is stress in the marriage.
That’s no big deal because I know there’s no such thing as a perfect marriage. My problem is several times when we discuss or argue over this matter my husband has threatened me with divorce.
Readers:
“Boss Boning Blaire” saw my preview yesterday and emailed me to add some pertinent new developments. Those developments require further work on that blog so bear with me as I take the time needed to fully appreciate her situation.
In the meantime, some of you can probably relate to the letter below, whether you are a parent whose kids have stepparents or a stepparent yourself. Blended families are tough but it’s possible for everyone to get along! Or is it…
Dear Robin:
I am a divorced mom with twins off to college in the fall.
My divorce was awful and I have tried for years to have a better relationship with my ex-husband. I have actually sent him things you have written about blended and reorganized families and how much healthier it is for everyone to get along.
Dear Robin, I am the step-parent to a 30-something Only Child and when I got remarried I was excited about being part of a family again. Unfortunately, it isn't turning out at all as I had hoped. Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday.…