And how it helped me find some joy.
Oh how I understand the sadness that shows up in that cranky, tantrum-y way. I am so sorry you felt that. And it sounds like the joy of Christmas more than made up for it. 💖
Yes, please do a podcast about step-parenting!
Glad to have your vote!! It's on my project list. =D
Weeping from the sweetness of your honesty and wholeheartedness. I’m continually amazed by how much joy shines through tears 🥰
'Laughter through tears is my favourite emotion' to quote Dolly in Steel Magnolias...thank you for reading.
"I feel like I’m failing all the time." I think this describes parenting, period. This is how I feel with my own kids. It's so hard.
100% agree. Thank you for reading. 😍
Also just wanted to add that this year marks 20 years since I stopped talking to my toxic mother. It was one of the best choices I have ever made.
Ohhh thank you for sharing that. I know I’m not the only one, but sometimes it feels like it!!
It can be isolating. Many people are estranged from family but don't talk about it because of the social stigma involved.
Oh how I understand the sadness that shows up in that cranky, tantrum-y way. I am so sorry you felt that. And it sounds like the joy of Christmas more than made up for it. 💖
Yes, please do a podcast about step-parenting!
Glad to have your vote!! It's on my project list. =D
Weeping from the sweetness of your honesty and wholeheartedness. I’m continually amazed by how much joy shines through tears 🥰
'Laughter through tears is my favourite emotion' to quote Dolly in Steel Magnolias...thank you for reading.
"I feel like I’m failing all the time." I think this describes parenting, period. This is how I feel with my own kids. It's so hard.
100% agree. Thank you for reading. 😍
Also just wanted to add that this year marks 20 years since I stopped talking to my toxic mother. It was one of the best choices I have ever made.
Ohhh thank you for sharing that. I know I’m not the only one, but sometimes it feels like it!!
It can be isolating. Many people are estranged from family but don't talk about it because of the social stigma involved.