I can't talk to my dad anymore
Sometimes I feel so frustrated that I can't communicate with my dad anymore. Don't get me wrong he is still living; but I just can't seem to have a conversation with him anymore. Sometimes I try to talk to him and initiate a conversation but he just let's his mind wander and then I have to repeat what I told him. I know he loves me but sometimes I don't feel like I can confide in him like I can with my mom. Also he seems like he wants to hear what my brother has to say more than he cares what I have to say. Sorry to vent; but this is just so frustrating.
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I have a horrible relationship with my father, there has never been any substance to it. I end up feeling guilt but I am just sick of trying and getting nowhere. The difference is my siblings have the same issues with him. I can sort of relate. Hugs.
Please don\'t stop trying, even if the conversations become very simple. Our family except me (the youngest of 3) felt the same way about our Dad passed away last year and lost my Mom this week. Perhaps some illness or other problem is causing this break in communication. When it\'s all said and done, hopefully a \"I love you\", kiss and hug will get you by. Hugs and God Bless
I miss my Dad. I hope you are able to work things out.
I totally \'get\' this.
My mother died when I was a baby...then my dad just re-married a child abuser \"wife\" which destroyed my lfe as I know it..sigh...
I miss my dad too..despite his not knowing how to be a \"father\'..
Love & Hope & Forginess If & When.. HUGS!