To Annie, please:
I have seven grandchildren who are very important to me, and I am 58 years old. However, it appears that one of my sons only contacts me when he needs me to care his children. They are all under five, and I love spending time with kids. I have no problem lending a hand. Every moment I spend with them is valuable because I have major health problems. While I can, I want to leave them with enduring memories.
Nevertheless, it aches that my son doesn’t try to engage with me outside of his desire for daycare. I want to talk to him about this, but I’m afraid of his reaction. I don’t want to jeopardize our friendship or my grandchildren’s time. How can I discuss this with him without making things tense? Grandma’s love
To My Loving Grandmother:
Discussing this with your son is the best course of action. He might not even be aware of how his behavior is affecting you. Talk to him in a straightforward and sincere manner. Tell him that you would love to spend some time with him alone and that you miss him. Maybe suggest going out for coffee or lunch soon.
You can create a more genuine relationship with him and your grandchildren by presenting it positively and emphasizing your wish to get back in touch. This will not put him on the defensive.
How Can My Cheating Partner Be Forgiven? is Annie Lane’s second anthology. Available in paperback and e-book formats, it includes popular essays about marriage, adultery, communication, and reconciliation. For additional information, go to http://www.creatorspublishing.com. For Annie Lane, send inquiries to [email protected].
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