Amy E's Journal

So, I discussed visiting with my father with my counselor on Monday. He thought that I should call and talk to my father's wife first. I should ask her for help in planning to meet with my father. It's an interesting thought and very counter-intuitive. I would ask for her help, and she has the choice to let the meeting happen or not. If she chooses not, then he should know that. If she chooses to help, then at least that issue will be handled. I wouldn't have to worry about her not letting him, or showing up with him. I'm just really not wanting to talk to her. EVER. I'm still mulling that over. There are lots of scenarios that I need to work out before I get on the phone with her. First of all, I'm not sure she will get on the phone with me.

Today is my birthday. My h gave me a really pretty ring of my birthstone with some diamonds on the band. It's so pretty. My sister remembered my birthday and sent me a fleece, wearing it now. I'm a little pissed at my other sister. She never has any money, fine, but it doesn't take money to send an email. This is the sister that we have helped financially over the years. We've been very generous with her kids. I'm not saying that because of that she should do something for my birthday, it's just that it's disappointing. She at times has an attitude that people who do well financially should take care of those who struggle. She makes comments that we of course would have all of the high tech stuff for ourselves and our kids. It's ridiculous. I'm not much different than when I was a kid in terms of what I need and how I handle money. She's a good bit different. My brother and father of course don't talk to me, so we don't acknowledge our birthdays. This was the first year ever that I haven't sent a card for my brother's birthday. Tired of it being always one sided.