I am 28 now but my father was 52 when i was born, my Mom was 46.
He was bed ridden and sick, retired from the age i was 10 to 21. I didnt realize it at the time, but i was always depressed and sad for those years. I would come home and wonder if he lying in bed dead.
My Mom was healthy and worked full time supporting him, took care of him like a nurse. From age 10 and on she had no time to do anything with me, take me anywhere, shopping or anything. Basically i had a boyfriend from 13 and on who i did things with..
My Mom is now frailing and old, shes 74,now i worry everyday about her death. She tells me i must hurry and get married, get a high paying job, forget getting my masters, because she will not be here very soon. I think this is crazy.
Is this normal for kids who have old parents, should elderly people even have children and put them through this?
Should i go get therapy?
2007-04-14
05:40:13
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