Dude, this is not emo. This is, quite unfortunately, factual. I remember chatting with you ages ago back in Vandalia, particularly when Patty came into your dad's life while we were in school and how it made things... shall we say, interesting.
But to that end, you have my sympathies, for what it's worth. I'm happy to hear your mom is doing well, and in particular that she's got someone looking out for her. I'm also happy to hear you and Mitch are still doing well, and that UMSL has been kind, and that you have gaming and cookies. :D
I'm going to point out the blatantly obvious here, but things still seem to be shining on in your life - despite the rather obvious let-down of growing away from your dad. And all in all, it's a pretty awesome thing. :)
I don't remember much of my time living with dad and Patty, strangely enough! I remember that my room was constantly infested with ladybugs and occasionally gnats and spiders. o.Oa I remember butting heads with Patty once, and it was pretty miserable, because she believed I did something that I didn't do. But eh, can't shoulder the past forever.
Yeah, Mitch and I celebrated our one year anniversary lately. There's this really awesome place around here called The Melting Pot that we both adore quite a bit, so that's where we went. We also watched Zombieland, because we're romantic like that.
Life is overall good, despite the end-of-the-semester crunch that my teachers are doing. You know the time of year... When they all try to cram in as many tests/homework/chapters as they can because they only have two weeks left. Bleh! But such is school life!
I'm so sorry, Jenny. Nobody should treat you that way, but especially family. I don't think this post was whiny in the least. It was honest and I could literally feel the emotion behind it. I sympathize with you a great deal and admire your strength and composure when dealing with these challenges.
I just hope you don't blame yourself for any of this. If your dad is ignoring you, it's a problem with him...not you. You are a wonderful person with the sweetest personality of anyone I've ever met. I honestly can't understand how anyone could stand you up, let alone family.
Eeeh, my dad's just... like that. I don't think he does these things maliciously, he just doesn't think of me when I'm not standing right in front of him.
I don't blame myself, as I think I've done everything I could do. I think the healthiest thing for me to do right now would be to put the ball in his court, and never really expect for it to be served back.
My family life is really weird compared to most people. When I've recounted stories about my bloodline and their, well, "dysfunctions" might be putting it too kindly, Mitch outwardly wondered if I floated to them in a basket. I think this is entirely possible.
Thanks for the kind words and thoughts. It's greatly appreciated and I hope you're doing well with everything - life sounds pretty busy for you over there these days.
Sorry to hear about that... At least we both seem to have found other people who are more dependable in our lives. As said, I totally wouldn't be here if not for all those people who've helped me, and continue to help.
At this point, if I had to choose, I'd choose friends over family any day. The only reason I really go to Vandalia for the holidays is because I feel I have a duty to my mom, since she's so ill. If she didn't depend on me so, I'd be much more inclined to just celebrate the holidays with friends, or Mitch's family.
Hugs IT sounds like our mom's have similar family issues *sigh*. I'm sorry about your dad *HUGS* I am glad it sounds like it was a good holiday for you. *huggle*
Yeah, I feel so bad for my mom. She's had a bad hand dealt to her, and the rest of the family (for the most part) just seems to make it worse. She seems to take it pretty well, though.
Hope your holiday went well, and hope your Christmas is merry! *counterhug-huggles*
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But to that end, you have my sympathies, for what it's worth. I'm happy to hear your mom is doing well, and in particular that she's got someone looking out for her. I'm also happy to hear you and Mitch are still doing well, and that UMSL has been kind, and that you have gaming and cookies. :D
I'm going to point out the blatantly obvious here, but things still seem to be shining on in your life - despite the rather obvious let-down of growing away from your dad. And all in all, it's a pretty awesome thing. :)
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Yeah, Mitch and I celebrated our one year anniversary lately. There's this really awesome place around here called The Melting Pot that we both adore quite a bit, so that's where we went. We also watched Zombieland, because we're romantic like that.
Life is overall good, despite the end-of-the-semester crunch that my teachers are doing. You know the time of year... When they all try to cram in as many tests/homework/chapters as they can because they only have two weeks left. Bleh! But such is school life!
Good to hear from you, by the way! ^^
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I just hope you don't blame yourself for any of this. If your dad is ignoring you, it's a problem with him...not you. You are a wonderful person with the sweetest personality of anyone I've ever met. I honestly can't understand how anyone could stand you up, let alone family.
Luv ya, girl!
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I don't blame myself, as I think I've done everything I could do. I think the healthiest thing for me to do right now would be to put the ball in his court, and never really expect for it to be served back.
My family life is really weird compared to most people. When I've recounted stories about my bloodline and their, well, "dysfunctions" might be putting it too kindly, Mitch outwardly wondered if I floated to them in a basket. I think this is entirely possible.
Thanks for the kind words and thoughts. It's greatly appreciated and I hope you're doing well with everything - life sounds pretty busy for you over there these days.
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At this point, if I had to choose, I'd choose friends over family any day. The only reason I really go to Vandalia for the holidays is because I feel I have a duty to my mom, since she's so ill. If she didn't depend on me so, I'd be much more inclined to just celebrate the holidays with friends, or Mitch's family.
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I'm sorry about your dad *HUGS*
I am glad it sounds like it was a good holiday for you.
*huggle*
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Hope your holiday went well, and hope your Christmas is merry! *counterhug-huggles*
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