My mom and I went through a tough time when I was 15. My dad left us for another woman, and we had to live with them under the same roof for a year. Eventually, my mom found the courage to kick them out, but we faced new challenges. I had to focus on school and prepare for my future, but my mom’s disapproval of my fiancé has made everything even harder.
My beloved son lived with us in the countryside until he was 25. My husband and I are originally from the city, but we moved to a rural area to escape the hustle and bustle and embrace a simpler life. John, of course, graduated from college and is now a successful software engineer. From his childhood, we tried to give him all our love because he is our only child. However, things took a turn when he got married
For years, I endured living under my mother-in-law’s roof, constantly bending to her will. My ex-husband tried to assert himself as the head of the family. Now, post-divorce, they are manipulating my son against me and my new partner.
A year later, Emily was born, and we spared no expense for her. She grew up surrounded by parental warmth and love. Time flew by at a dizzying pace. After finishing school, my daughter had big plans.
Her daughter-in-law blushed and fled from the table. “Where did you find that unattractive girl?” Linda glared at her son. “She’s not…”
Life can be full of unexpected twists. What seemed impossible yesterday suddenly becomes a reality, leaving us grappling with emotions and decisions. My only son, for whom I would do anything, has given me an ultimatum: “I’m getting married, and you have to accept it, Mom.” The fact that this woman is 10 years older and has three children makes it even harder to swallow.
I’m writing this in a state of utter frustration after yet another argument with my daughter. I can’t bear it anymore and need to share my story. My husband understands, but many of our friends say: what did you expect, your daughter is married now, she has her own family. It’s her husband who dictates her actions – our despised son-in-law! It’s as if he’s brainwashed her! Our daughter
I don’t understand my son-in-law. He forbids me from coming to their house and taking care of my granddaughter. My son-in-law is a very good husband. He loves my daughter very much, earns well, and is a great head of the family. He also loves his daughter dearly, but because he works a lot, he only sees her when she’s asleep and on weekends. The thing is, he believes that his
“It looks like he won’t be coming after all. My husband and I have gotten used to it, so we don’t even get upset anymore,” sighs Linda, who was eagerly awaiting her son’s visit. “What happened? Maybe his wife didn’t let him come? If I remember correctly, you two never really got along.” “Maybe so, but my son never tells us anything…”
Emily never boasted about her marriage, but secretly she was very proud of her family. She and John had been together for only a few years, but they had already gotten married, moved in together, and had an adorable daughter. With John, she felt as if she was behind a stone wall, although sometimes that wall shielded her too much from the outside world. Emily never
When my first child was born, I wanted to provide the happiest childhood possible, always striving to meet my son’s every need. I’ve always been practical and resourceful, but sometimes family expectations can be overwhelming.
Everything was going relatively smoothly, considering the previous years of my marriage. We have two teenage children. My daughter decided to live with her father, and my son stayed with me. Before filing for divorce, I never imagined how challenging life would become.
