I have recently become a "Step-Aunty". The child in question lives with her mother most of the time and with my sister and new husband every other weekend and some holidays. They also have their own child together.
I was wondering how the extended families act in this situation. I see my "Step-Niece" very rarely - maybe twice a year and yet I am expected to treat her the same as my sister's child.
I have received some right telling-offs for forgetting this other child when sending cards to the family - genuine mistakes, no malice. I do send her birthday and Christmas presents although it doesn't feel right. I hate to say it but this child will never feel like my "proper" niece. I know my parents are finding the Step-Grandparent role equally confusing for similar reasons.
I am expecting to be flamed on this but I want to hear how others deal with similar situations. I am not being nasty I am just trying to be honest and admit that this child will never feel special to me.
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TheWickedWitch · 22/01/2013 13:34
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