Need to Take a Break

Nonna2Dreja

Nonna2Dreja

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I think that I am going to take a break from the Forum....Lately I've been feeling down and miserable to be quite honest....Alot going on here at home....My DD is a Single Parent....She and her two beautiful children live with us....Currently she is working part-time, though she really wants to be able to work full-time at her job and she definitely could use the extra money since my Grandchildren's "donors" do NOT pay their child support....Not that $29.00 per month would go far, but it would be better than nothing....My husband and I are the only support they have and though we love them with all of our heart, at the same time, we are tired....I feel so guilty when I feel this way because I know that my DD cannot count on the "donors" to even take the kids for a couple of hours....She knows we need a break and feels bad, but due to past choices in her life, everyone pays the price--including these beautiful children....

I'll be back, just need to take a break....
 
I'm so sorry Sheila! All parents/grandparents need a break sometime! Sometimes it is hard for me too with my three, even though my dh helps out a ton - it can just be overwhelming at times. Just know that you are a terribly generous and loving person to be helping your daughter and her children this way. (((hugs)))
 
I'm sorry you have so much on your plate and are feeling down. I hope you get to take some well deserved time to yourself. Just remember that your grandkids are always going to remember how special you are and realize how much you have been there for them! That's special!
 
Awwww *HUGS*! Your dd and her beautiful babies are so lucky to have you in their lives, but I know how trying it is. My sister and her 4 kids live with my parents, and I see how exhausted they are all the time. Take some time for yourself, and we'll be here when you're ready to come back.
 
((((((hugs)))))))) Sheila!
PM me if you ever need to talk. I think my e-mail address is on the forum info too. Take care and don't be away too long! You will be missed. :(
 
Well, Janet Phillips always challenges me through her blog to spend my time on the things that are most important, and often times, the forums don't even make the list of "could possibly be important", lol. You should NOT feel guilty about needing a break! I hope you find some rest.
 
I can only imagine how hard this is for all of you. These kids will grow to appreciate and love you for all that you've done. ((hugs)) and don't stay away too long, we'll miss you.
 
All caregivers can use a break. Its normal to feel like you need a break, yet its normal to feel guilty. Hugs!
 
sorry you are feeling so worn out. I hope you can get some rest and "me" time, even if it means taking some time away from here!
 
I can tell your an wonderful, active grandparent and I hope everything gets better soon. Take care...
 
Thank you all so very much for all of your hugs and words of encouragement....I'm feeling somewhat better today/tonight....I just could not stay away....:thumbup:
 
awww...sheila. i understand! we'll miss your positive upbeat spirit around here! love on those babies and be there for your daughter. that is the important stuff! HUGS!!!!!!!!!!!
 
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