I know, I know, let him go. I, in no way, want a son tied to my apron strings, but I am honestly surprised.
Last night my son comes in and says "Just to tell you now so you get used to the idea, I am spending christmas with the girlfriends family in London this year Ok?"
Me "Eh, ok then."
He left the room, DH looks at me and says "You ok?" I said of course!!
So I decided to enquire a bit more as to his christmas plans. This year we won't have my stepsons for christmas so it will be us and my 3 children. It has been a long time since the was the case and I have been quietly planning a lovely, family, cosy christmas.
I asked DS today when we might we see him over christmas? He said before christmas eve or after the 2nd January.
I don't know how I am supposed to feel. I feel quite hurt but perhaps this is the age that boys start leaving the family home - is it? Has anyone had experience of this yet? He also said "I have to sleep on the sofa because her aunt does not agree to us sleeping together" yet I am totally blown to bits by him when I tell him that is how it is in our home, especially as his gf is only 15.
Maybe I just needed to get this out and by teatime, it will all be in perspective and I will feel totally at ease with the situation. After all, he has a life too - doesn't he! I am rambling now - I think I am swinging from one end to the other!
Get a grip woman!
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Fruitysunshine · 16/07/2009 11:32
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