Recent content by PenelopePlum

Yes, but I never had a fair shot. He had a gf. He married her and I literally cried at their wedding because I knew she was not good for him. Sure enough she left him shortly afterwards … leaving him with their baby to raise by himself.

I think you’re right to be concerned. All medical institutions are influenced by financial incentives when making their recommendations. Hope you’re back in action again real soon.

Yes. Feels weird doesn’t it? I’m the eldest sibling in my family. My parents are gone as well as 2 younger siblings. I’ve been on my own for a long time anyway, so I’m used to it. It won’t surprise me if I’m the last living member of my family one day because there’s so many bad habits, if you...

I recently asked my son in law for some help moving a small amount of items from my storage to my garage. Nothing too huge or heavy, just bins and bags mostly. (He has a pickup.) This is the first time I’ve ever asked him for help with anything. I placed no timeframe on the request, told him we...

It will be difficult, but I think I can do it if I stop giving so much money to them and focus on moving. My biggest challenge will be getting a landlord to rent to me. They make you prove you have 3 times the rent in income here, and the rents and deposits are high.

Thanks. We all have our cross to bear.

Thanks for your feedback. I’ve heard stories like that before and I am aware of those dangers. That’s why I’m not going to do anything to rock the boat before I’m moved out. I’m just going to keep it friendly.

Thanks for your feedback. I think like another poster suggested, I’m realizing I don’t have just one disabled child. I’m about 90% sure I’m dealing with mental illness, probably bipolar which runs in the family. So now instead of feeling resentment and fear I’m feeling more compassionate and...

I think the first step is getting safety, which means distance, then I will try to get them help. It’s been episodic behavior, not an everyday thing, which is why it has dragged on so long before I realized I really need to take action. It was mild at first, and I thought of it as having a bad...

Wow, I guess he’s created a monster. Either that or maybe he’s paranoid.

I’ve spent the day reading about bipolar disorder because it’s occurred in my family (my brother and my father), and I’m more convinced than ever that’s what I’m dealing with here. I love my children very much and knowing the problem behavior is likely caused by a disorder gives me compassion...

Thank you for your support. Yes, I don’t think confrontation would work in this case. She becomes very combative and angry when confronted about her behavior. She needs help, hopefully some day after I move I will find a good time to suggest counseling.

Thank you. I appreciated everyone who gave me feedback and let me talk about things that have been bothering me “out loud” so to speak. It really helped me figure out my next steps. I love all of my children and my grandchild very much but I’m not helping them by staying in this situation, and...

I won’t be going anywhere alone. I have always provided a home that is safe and will continue to do so, we’ll be moving out together. I am the one who is being impacted in this situation. I would not tolerate any abuse of a disabled person, especially one I love. I’m just glad I figured out it...

Well, I guess that’s the silver lining huh? 😉 Seriously I never expected anyone to be interested in my small fixed income either, but apparently I was wrong.