What do you mean by going out of your way?

Reply to this note

Please Login to reply.

Discussion

I don't just "pop in" to visit them. My mum passed away 30 years ago, my dad even longer (sort of), so I don't have to worry about them. My brothers are men, obviously, so they can look after themselves. If I got a call or invitation, I would probably go

Oh, ok.

Don't beat yourself up for feeling the way you do. Especially if you feel like your are being drained. Learning to say no helps.

I did my defense well enough so grandma won't dare to say a word to me, my man or my kids. But it's like politely visiting a minefield. Sarcasm and gaslighting over love. It's tiring.

Then take a break. Which is what you are probably doing. It'll settle down and you will all feel better.

It's been 20+ years of the same shit.

Time enough to move on