Posted by BeardedLady on December 20, 2002, at 13:02:51
In reply to Re: Guilt for not spending time with Family, posted by Mikhail99 on December 20, 2002, at 10:53:56
It's not a crime that we can't pick our families. The crime is that our families don't behave like families, supporting us through difficult times and reveling in joyful ones.
Blacksheep, it IS wrong that your sister's spouse (brother's spouse?) groped you, and we get over these atrocities when we get over them. Sometimes it takes longer because we don't have the support we need from our so-called family members.
What's wrong is that your sibling isn't groveling for your forgiveness. Had it been my spouse and my sister, my hubby'd be out the door momentarily.
Your nieces and nephews will miss you. Send them a card and a photograph. Tell them that they light up your life. And enjoy your holiday taking care of you. No guilt. No shame.
You have our support.
beardy
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