I'm going to be gone......

[DianaB]

I've had a really tough week. I can't talk about it yet without crying but it's been bad. I've decided to go and visit my Aunt Marva for the weekend. It's funny because she could tell something was wrong just by my message on her phone!! And I thought that I sounded ok!! I'm going to have a talk with her and we'll go out and have some fun. Jaci's wedding shower is on Saturday and I won't be there so that will tell you how bad things have been. I know......bad mom but I've found out that I'm not going to make Mother of the Year anyway. I'll be leaving in the morning and will probably be home on Sunday night......we'll see.

[gja1000]

Oh Diana, I'm so very sorry. I know that emotional hurt can far worse than physical pain. I hope everything can be worked out. Let us know when you get back.

[paula1961]

Oh Diana..I am so sorry for what you are going through. We are here for you!! I don't know what is going on but I am going to say a lil prayer for you. You are a wonderful person and a great Mom and Grandma!:)

[DianaB]

I didn't go. My son came over last night and talked to me so I ended up staying home. Some hurtful things were said this week so I feel kinda' beat up right now. I've always tried to be a really good mom but it's funny that my kids don't see that. I keep trying to figure out exactly what I've done wrong but just can't figure it out.........I just have that kicked in the gut feeling.

[Lindsey]

Diana, you are a great mom. Your kids will realize that some day! I am so sorry you're hurting.

[DIANE W]

Ohhh Diana i am so sorry for you and hope things get better. It is awful when our kids fight against us - why cant they realise we are only trying to look out for them, and try and stop them making mistakes......?????

Sometimes they dont realise how much we hurt over things said and done.

I dont know what has happened, but just wanted to say you are not on your own, any time you want to talk i am here.
My daughter is 24 and we too have difficulties at times, it is so hard when your children are older... much easier when they are young and in our control and do as we say.

I am sure you will all get over whatever has happened, why cant life be sweet?

Keep yourself positive, and stop feeling bad, i am sure you are a good mum....:)

[Janet]

Diana....words hurt so much more than physical pain and seem to last so much longer. In your heart of hearts, you know you're a good Mother. None of us are perfect, we try our best, but ultimately, when our children are adults, it's their choice on how to behave and how to speak. I wish I could take away your heartache and wipe your tears. I'm always available to you Diana...whenever you need me. {{{{hugs}}}}

[judy]

I'm so sorry Diana! I'm so glad your son took the time to talk to you. You are a wonderful mother, and a truly good person. Sometimes, our children don't see what's in front of them. They will see the truth. I know how our children can hurt us, but Jessie and I are the best of friends now. It took time, and I was also so hurt, but it is always for the best.

I am always here for you.

[gja1000]

Diana, I'm glad that you feel you can stay home - hopefully, you'll feel like going to the shower too. It's really tough when there is lots of stressful time, e.g., a wedding, new baby and the like. I hope things settle down soon! Love you!

[DianaB]

Things are looking sooo much better now!! My daughter, Amy, came over and we had a talk and straightened some things out. We both apologized to each other and I feel so much better. This wedding has us all on edge. There's been a lot of miscommunication and no communication. A conversation that was relayed to another that was made worse than it actually was when e-mailed to another. It's just been a mess. I'm glad that I stayed home for the shower.....it will be so much more fun knowing that we're not all upset with each other.

Thank you so much for all of your support. You are all so dear to me. When I don't have anyone to turn to with my hurts and problems you all are there........I love each of you so much!!!!

[gja1000]

You know Diana, I never dreamed I could have such good friends through the internet. Just a few years ago, I would have thought this impossible!!! I know what you mean about telling you all things I don't talk to anyone else about! It is just amazing.

I'm so glad that things are much better now! The weekend will be filled with gifts and laughter. It will be so much fun to see what Jaci gets at the shower.

[Janet]

It's amazing what hurt feelings miscommunication or no communication can cause. I'm glad you and Amy had a chance to talk things out. Now you can go and enjoy the shower and that makes me so happy for you. You do know my dear dear friend that since we can't come to the shower that we will need pictures so we can feel like we are right there.

[judy]

This is great news Diana! Communication is so important. Some people hold a grudge and won't even allow communication. Your family is not like that at all!

Enjoy the shower, and the4 fact that you have such a loving family!

[paula1961]

I'm so glad that you are going to the shower and that things are being worked out Diana. I'm sure the shower will be so much fun! Take plenty of pics. Like Gayle said..........who would have thought that you could feel this close to people that you met on the internet? You girls are truly my best friends!:)

[Janet]

I've thought about you all day wondering how everything went at the shower. I hope all of you had a wonderful time and that Jacie rec'd many useful gifts.

[DianaB]

Jaci had a wonderful shower and sooo many gifts!!! She didn't get a duplicate except for some spoons and spatulas!! I took pictures and will get them on soon. We have been working on my MIL's yard.....getting it ready for the wedding!! I have some pictures of that too!! We worked this evening and are having another work day tomorrow!! It's going to be so beautiful....I just hope the weather co-operates!!!

[Janet]

I hope it cooperates too. An outdoor wedding sounds so lovely. So excited for pics....glad you took some.

[paula1961]

I'm so glad the shower went well. I knew you'd have fun! I'm so glad you decided to go.:) Looking forward to pics!

[judy]

How nice that the shower went well, and that they got lots of nice gifts! They will need them to get started.

When is the wedding?

[Blueyes]

Hey Diana! I've been gone since Friday so I'm just seeing this. I'm glad everything worked out for you. Try to get plenty of rest and take care of yourself! Love you:)

[DianaB]

The wedding is June 5th. That's only about 5 or 6 weeks!!!

[Janet]

It's going to fly by Diana. When I got married, Rick's aunt bought a cute recipe box and filled it with recipes that she and Rick's grandmother shared, plus others from the family. This would be a great suggestion for family members.

[DianaB]

I think that Amy is making something like that for Jaci.