MCTD Support Group
Mixed connective tissue disease (MCTD) or Sharp's syndrome is a human autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks the body. MCTD combines features of polymyositis, systemic lupus erythematosus, and systemic scleroderma and is thus considered an overlap syndrome. MCTD commonly causes joint pain/swelling, Raynaud phenomenon, muscle inflammation, and scarring of...
We all come from different backgrounds but that baby belongs to all of you. Showing genuine love is the best way to repair relationships. You have enjoyed buying for your grand daughter ...share that joy with them in whatever way they allow you.
It sounds like you have a loving relationship with your son. Actions speak louder than words. Invite them over and shower them with the gifts. If your daughter in law doesn't come give them to you son don't let her error in judgment get in the way.
I have three sons, two are married and I have three grandchildren. As grams we need to be aware of their boundaries. Choose not to be offended and vent to your husband or a trusted friend.
I do realize how hard this is and am praying the best for you.
I also agree that now is a good time to kind of clear the air and establish exactly what you're role and "boundaries" will be. Sometimes babies make women all stupid and she may not realize that your feelings have been hurt. Her family may have just gotten excited and maybe even thought maybe you were doing something special yourself? I don't know...definitely talk to them about it...just so everyone is aware and can get on the same page now...before the little one gets here.
Good luck!!
I agree that you should wrap up granddaughters gifts, invite them over and have your own little celebration.
It may be hard but it is best for you to clear the air. That way you won't be carrying around the hurt.
Take good care,
Teisha
Yes, I was hurt too. But a shower is not the most important thing. Being there to help will make you the person they want to see.
Give a little party of your own. They will love you for your thoughtfulness and realize that this little one is important to you too! After all, it is YOUR grandbaby!
Congrads.
Mary Ann
Got a message from DIL
Sorry you were offended not being invited to the shower my sisters and a friend planned it and my friend doesnt like you and "daughter" I dont know why you are upset with us .
Wow I feel so much better . But I will just let it gooo
Im going to watch every episode of Everybody Loves Raymond and study ,
So its something like " Oh the roast is nice dear you did the best you could with that tough old piece of meat "??? Oh and Im Irish too I never forgive or forget but I can be nice