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Jul 06, 2020, 06:59 PM
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Member Since: Jul 2020
Location: Metairie
Posts: 7
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Originally Posted by BethRags
I feel so bad for you. I am 57 and if I ever become a grandma (big "if"), it will be much later in my life. My grown children are both heavily into their careers and are financially far more well-off than I've ever been. I've thought about gifts, should I ever have a grandchild. No way could I financially compete with their parents. I don't know what I'd do, except take the child to visit special places.
I didn't realize that your grandchild was only 2. When my children were growing up they were taught to write thoughtful thank-you notes to every person who gave them a gift, for any occasion. Good luck finding kids who are taught that nowadays. But, things change. Kids Face Time with grandparents now.
If you've been very clear with your son about this, and he still resists, all I can think of is speaking with both your son and DIL when you can all be together. Voice your feelings in a way that they feel respected, but that you also make clear.
If they refuse to change I don't see anything you can do, not, at least, until your grandchild is older. It comes down to what divine posted...can't change them, can only change yourself. If you don't work on changing yourself, accept that you will feel bitter and resentful - which is not a gift you want to leave your grandchild with  |
I appreciate everyone's input!!
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