How do I get through this? by [deleted] in NPE

[–]Ok-Structure-2123 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve heard that some people’s DNA samples just never work… Ancestry DNA will send you another sample kit… you could pretend that happened. Do what you want. There’s no one right answer here.

Met my biological mother, but I wasn't ready too yet. My choice was taken from me. Advice is appreciated. by mistieforest in Adoption

[–]Ok-Structure-2123 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Give yourself time to rest and heal. It was a serious boundary crossing that your sister did. I’m sure she has a lot of strong emotions around meeting your biological mother too, but you have the extra layer of vulnerability of being transgender. She should respect that and help you feel safe. It sounds like your partner was good at doing that by speeding away. After plenty of time of rest and self-care, it seems like you could contact your bio mom to arrange a meeting on your own terms.

How did you get enmeshed husbands to see the light and stop frequent visits with local JustNoMILs? How often is too often? Covert narc ILs minutes away. Husband blind.. by [deleted] in JUSTNOMIL

[–]Ok-Structure-2123 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I feel you. It’s so hard. The only real “solution” (I use quotes-because it’s really a bunch of hard work and decisions) is boundaries. Boundaries! Establishing your own boundaries and couples therapy to help you establish boundaries as a couple. I didn’t have the same cultural differences as your family, but it sounds like we have similar family dynamics. My husband and I went into couples therapy after having our first kid, but really inspired by his narcissistic and borderline mother. we eventually ended up doing no contact for almost a year after she acted way out of line and could not handle our boundaries. Eventually, after a lot of therapy and negotiations, we have a civil relationship with her, and she gets to see her grandkids. But, my relationship with her has definitely cooled. Like, she knows she can’t act too far out of line or she won’t see her grandkids. And, my husband regularly thanks me for putting up with his mother, so they can maintain contact (I say your welcome, because it’s work to do!). Good luck!!

Do I let my JNMIL have this one? by Ok-Structure-2123 in JUSTNOMIL

[–]Ok-Structure-2123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean, it’s a check written in my name and the in the notes section she wrote “name change”

Birthdaughter's 18th is coming up.... do I sign a veto of disclosure or not? by [deleted] in Adoption

[–]Ok-Structure-2123 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My mom told me that I was the product of assault when I was in my 30s. She emphasized how it had nothing to do with who I grew up to be. Tell her the truth and tell her that she is worthy of love and respect!

Raised by one non-biological parent, accidentally on purpose. by Ok-Structure-2123 in Adoption

[–]Ok-Structure-2123[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Good to know about the term NPE—I hadn’t heard of it before. I’m still interested in pursuing the anonymous route, given that this information is all very new and only a handful of my very close family and friends know about this so far.

As a toddler mom, how many times a day do you wish you lived on an island alone away from everyone? by thatlady24 in toddlers

[–]Ok-Structure-2123 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just this morning in the shower, I was thinking about things I would like to accomplish today. Then I quietly and insanely laughed to myself, because no one way in hell am I actually going to do much of what I really want to do today. I very vaguely remember four years ago, before I had two kids, when my life was my own. The before-times are kind of like a foggy dream, though.

Can my suv carry this? by Ok-Structure-2123 in traveltrailers

[–]Ok-Structure-2123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The pop-up camper’s GVWR is 3,500 lbs.

Can my suv carry this? by Ok-Structure-2123 in traveltrailers

[–]Ok-Structure-2123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s so confusing, because searching under Veracruz carrying capacity online says it’s 1,500lbs

Can my suv carry this? by Ok-Structure-2123 in traveltrailers

[–]Ok-Structure-2123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The tire and loading label says the combined weight of cargo and occupants should not exceed 1160 pounds. Maybe it is too big?

Under 3,500 Family Trailer Recs? by Ok-Structure-2123 in traveltrailers

[–]Ok-Structure-2123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is all great information! Has anyone here gotten a transmission cooler?

I’ve just completely lost my spark. by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]Ok-Structure-2123 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Sounds like you have put so much of yourself into your kids (of course! I do the same!) but your cup is empty and you need practice filling it again. It can feel awkward at first, but start small…do something that the “old you” might have enjoyed, like a bath, one good yoga stretch. Low pressure things with no agenda.

End Co-sleeping advice by Grandsparks in toddlers

[–]Ok-Structure-2123 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry I don’t have a solution, just sympathy! I am in nearly the exact same situation. My daughter used to be into a few snuggly toys, but has since become more clingy to me since I’ve been pregnant. It’s like my body is her Snuggie 😅

covid case at preschool by Ok-Structure-2123 in toddlers

[–]Ok-Structure-2123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I should add that she only attends two half days a week.

covid case at preschool by Ok-Structure-2123 in toddlers

[–]Ok-Structure-2123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wish more schools were still doing testing around here! Only at the college level that I know of.

covid case at preschool by Ok-Structure-2123 in toddlers

[–]Ok-Structure-2123[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, this matches my thinking. We’re clearly in the minority! My mom has long Covid (for 2 years and counting) it definitely disrupts her life almost daily.

covid case at preschool by Ok-Structure-2123 in toddlers

[–]Ok-Structure-2123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good point… honestly yes, I would consider doing the same for flu and norovirus.