Posted by Dinah on January 14, 2005, at 19:34:48
In reply to Re: Mine didn't find it nearly as amusing as I do » Dinah, posted by Annierose on January 14, 2005, at 9:00:50
Well, I wouldn't idealize the experience. Because I was related, he yelled at me *a lot*. My therapist used to think it was a completely toxic environment for me to be in. Until Daddy partially retired. Then the symbiotic nature of the relationship became clear. Daddy may have treated me badly, but he was a much needed buffer between me and the rest of the world.
And we did get very close. And he was happier then than ever. Daddy felt loved when he was taken care of. He could call me to fill his tape dispenser or whatever. "Diiiinaaaah" would echo down the halls. :)
It was stressful, but not nearly as stressful as not working for him. I guess it helped that we actually liked each other. He drove me nuts at times, but I admired his intelligence and wisdom, not to mention his strict integrity.
I'm sorry you're working relationship didn't work as well. And yes, I've seen the chaos that can result. :(
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