Motherhood is a trip . . . are we there yet?
I have so many thoughts swimming in my head. Some have to do with my children, but most don’t, though they’re always a factor in my anxiety. In a stream of consciousness: First: My husband had a big meltdown this morning. He’s overwhelmed with pressure and disappointment, and I don’t blame him one bit. He…
Where am I today? In some ways, I’m in a very good place with my relationship with each daughter. My older daughter and I have gotten back to our close bond and even took a trip together recently. It was the first time I’d seen her since Mothers Day weekend, eight months ago. We used…
Dear girls, I hope this letter finds you both healthy, happy, and thriving, wherever your individual and collective paths are taking you. This isn’t meant to intrude, nor to ask anything of you, but simply to reach out with honesty as your mother. I’m sending this message to both of you on purpose. Maybe you’ll…
What is estrangement? Estrangement is defined as the state of being alienated or separated from someone with whom one was once close or had a strong emotional connection. It often refers to the breakdown of a relationship, such as within families, friendships, or partnerships, leading to a loss of communication, understanding, or affection. In my…
June 18, 2025 My older daughter, on the other hand, had warmed up a little, and we had some nice conversations, all with me initiating contact. But here’s the turn of events with her: I’m in my summer home now, where I’m trying to relax and enjoy myself. A lot of our time revolves around…
3/6/25 Since posting last, a lot has changed in our lives. My older daughter broke up with her long-time boyfriend and moved on to someone new, my sister is in a serious relationship for two years or so now, my niece and nephew are no longer children, and my younger daughter has not only quit…
May 30, 2023 Wow, time goes fast and things change on a dime (but cost a LOT of dollars!). My dear daughter is halfway to 30 years old, alive and healthy, and somewhat stable. She doesn’t talk to me much, but there’s been no falling out or anything earth-shattering (that I’m aware of). That’s not…
4/9/22 A few weeks ago, my husband and I were sitting at home after the workday, deciding if we were going to hike, work out, or go to yoga. Just a low-key, easy evening. It was interrupted by an emotional call from my formerly (and still sometimes) troubled daughter’s boyfriend, whom she lives with. He…