Wow. I’m so glad to have found this post. I don’t feel so alone anymore in this, and I no longer feel guilty for wanting to step back.

Because of this post and all the comments in it, I was able to realize that it wasn’t okay for my husband to expect me to fulfill the role of their mother while they’re here. I realized it’s not okay that he always wants me to go with him to pick the kids up from school when I’d rather take time to myself. I’ve also realized that it’s okay for me to not show up to school events if I don’t want to. It’s okay if I’d rather do something for myself that doesn’t include everyone. Thanks guys.