I have namechanged for this as I always do when discussing DSC.
I have always been kind, nice never once reproached them under very testing circs. I never felt confident "parenting" them when they stayed with us to be honest. Their Mum has made a new life as well. DH has maintained consistent and regular payments and lots of contact. We don't have raging rows I just know they dislike me. They are also very distant with DH and we find out quite meaningful things going on in their lives have happened without them discussing things at all.
DH's ex has always sent mixed signals - she criticises me and I suspect she dislikes me so perhaps this has been filtered down. It is so puzzling as I just want us all to have a good relationship.
I know there are no answers as such - just getting it out I suppose.
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Wonderingone · 31/07/2009 15:41
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