Guest guest Posted September 19, 2008 Report Share Posted September 19, 2008 Quick question - I have family living close by that I rarely see. When I do, I am bombarded with questions regarding finances,job etc. friends, social life even weight comments. I also get grief about not interacting enough with the little ones when I'm there. Furthermore, I am the one expected to do all the traveling/driving to see THEM, since I'm single (?) Yes, they're good about having me there for dinner, holidays, etc. They are well aware of my health problems but make comments like diet/exercise will fix everything or adhd medication (which I now react to negatively) or other pharma drugs I should try " that just came out on the market " . Interestingly, I unwittingly helped them out financially in a huge way by hooking them up with a former business associate. When a huge deal resulted, I was given a minimal " finders fee " after I was subjected to a " lecture " on how I have failed at so many things in life " jobs,relationships..etc " and how this family member just wants me to have the " good life " . Anyway, I love the little ones but dealing with the parents has become so stressful I just stay away. In fact, I just realized I missed one of their birthdays this week and I feel terrible. But I am so tired of being harassed by the adults. Any suggestions? Does illness really destroy family relationships? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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