I am/was (LOL) married for 12 years. When I married, she had a 14 yr old and a 17 yr old. Both are boys. Well, 12 yrs later, I still don't even rate as a friend to them. I never tried to be their father. I was always ready when they needed something though be it advise, or other things, ya know. But over this twelve years, they never tried to connect. I was the outcast. I never said anything harmful to them at all. I treated them with respect but also expected respect. But does that mean stay away from me? I dunno.... hmmmm here I go thinking on this one. It's a roller coaster this separation is, but as I told a friend, I think I am on the last hill..... If I just hold on tight, I can manage to not lose my head again like a few weeks ago.
Sometimes its nice to tell the world things, its kinda like releasing it. letting it go.......
Sorry I got off topic..... oops........