by skimhenson | Jul 22, 2013 | depression, listening and talking, relationships, parent and child
Until I recently posted about it on my blog, I’ve been ashamed to admit estrangement from my mom. I blamed myself for the lack of relationship and struggled with thoughts that no one would like me since it seemed I wasn’t liked by Mom. I’ve been unable to...
by skimhenson | Apr 22, 2013 | faith, fear, relationships, parent and child
“It’s a girl.” The nurse announced the baby’s sex while Mom, Dad, both sets of grandparents (this is where I come in), and the baby’s uncle-to-be looked at the ultrasound on a big screen TV. I held my daughter Kelly’s hand during that sacred moment of seeing my...
by skimhenson | Dec 16, 2011 | relationships, parent and child
“When I was their age, I was mowing the lawn without having to be asked.” “When I was their age, I was working and paying my own way.” “When I was their age, I was married with kids, and working full time.” “When I was their age, I knew better.” I’ve either made these...