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Amanda Laird's avatar

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. 💖

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Fanen Chiahemen's avatar

Yes, please do a podcast about step-parenting!

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Fat Joy with Sophia Apostol's avatar

Glad to have your vote!! It's on my project list. =D

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Spinning Courage Into Writing's avatar

Weeping from the sweetness of your honesty and wholeheartedness. I’m continually amazed by how much joy shines through tears 🥰

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Fat Joy with Sophia Apostol's avatar

'Laughter through tears is my favourite emotion' to quote Dolly in Steel Magnolias...thank you for reading.

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Diana Fox Tilson, LICSW's avatar

"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.

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Fat Joy with Sophia Apostol's avatar

100% agree. Thank you for reading. 😍

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Diana Fox Tilson, LICSW's avatar

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.

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Fat Joy with Sophia Apostol's avatar

Ohhh thank you for sharing that. I know I’m not the only one, but sometimes it feels like it!!

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Diana Fox Tilson, LICSW's avatar

It can be isolating. Many people are estranged from family but don't talk about it because of the social stigma involved.

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