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Old Dec 31, 2014, 11:10 AM
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Children can be quite selfish and self-centered at time. I would suggest that you try your best not to take it personally and just be there when he lets you. Take heart that you are not the only parent that has made mistakes. My daughter and I had a very good relationship when she was growing up but when she went to college she got very vocal in her disapproval of me. She hurt my feelings often and chose to be with friends ignoring me unless she wanted something. However, she grew out of this phase and now we have a good relationship again. It was worth the wait.

I know it's not easy when you are in the midst of this kind of rejection, but I encourage you to give it time. Even though they are technically adults they still have a lot to learn. Give him his space and he will come back to you.

My heart goes out to you though.
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