Concerning large families is this normal as you get older?

Question

I am one of seven children and when we were kids we were close some closer than others but that is to be expected.

Now many of us live in different sates everyone is all married with kids except the youngest everyone lives on thier own

But my questions are concerning those who have large families is it normal to drift apart and go on with life? What are some things I can do to let my brothers and sisters know that I truly love them and appreciate all they are to me and all they have done for me? Like I said we are all grown and gone on with our lives and I am OK with that I too moved 3000 miles away from where I used to live 11 months ago.

I am close with a sister who lives by me but what can a person do to obtain the closeness in the family that was once apparent?

Thank you and God bless you:)

Answer 1

I'm the oldest of seven, and yes, I think 'drifting apart' (to some degree, at least) is normal and natural. What are some things you can do to let your siblings know that you love them, appreciate them, etc? How about telling them? Too often people forget to say these things.

Answer 2

Well, i am 1 of 12 kids in my family, and even tho Dad is gone now, and Mom is in a nursing home--we kids still stay in contact with each other-via e-mail, phone calls, or letters. Once in a while we all get together which is pretty seldom. But we all love each other and when tragedy strikes or something great happens, we r all there 2 support each other. I do miss some alot of times, especially the ones im closer to than others, but i do miss them all. I dont no if that makes sense 2 u but This is the way i feel.

Answer 3

Well,I come from a family where I only have one sibling,but my parents both had large families.My dads side had 17 kids,moms had 12. Yes,it is natural to drift apart as you get older.My moms side was very disfunctional.Dad's is a different story however.When I was little,they would call one another at least once a month,and always spent either thanksgiving or christmas together.They would also shoot for either easter or memorial day to spend a leisurely lunch together as well.Now,many have passed,but us kids have started taking over.Fortunately,we have the power of the net.Many of us have myspace pages,and almost all of us have email,so we are in constant contact.We have also had our first family reunion where none of the elders have taken charge of anything,it was totally up to the cousins.Just find what works for your family,and stick to it.Don't forget to let your children help in the plans and preperations.One day they will be picking up where you left off.

Answer 4

I am one of six, and yes, unfortunately it does happen...especially as everyone gets married and has families of their own. A group e-mail is a great way to keep everyone involved and caught up. My family is looking to set up something like a Myspace page so we can all post pics and send notes to each other also. We are fortunate enough to live only about 3 to 4 hours from each other, so we can get together a few times a year...but when I was living 2000 miles away, we just had to keep in touch via e-mail and phone calls.

Answer 5

Sometimes families move away from each other and sometimes they all stay within range,my husband has a huge family nad alot are in different states but the majority all live within range example 250 at our wedding reception were all his family and that was not all of them,what you can do is send them a card telling them that you appreciate them and make arrangements now and then to get together God bless you Lisa

Answer 6

I really envy you coming from a large family. I have a very small family, but we email each other at least 3 times a week and IM almost every day. It is a great way to keep up on the everyday family stuff.

Answer 7

I am one of 9 children. I assure you that this happens to everyone. It doesn't mean that you aren't as close. it means that you have married and have your own families and family structures. The love is still strong.

Answer 8

If her breasts have been like that from start it is common. yet ask your clinical expert besides. i do no longer think of you need to be alarmed. maximum little ladies have those little breasts for particularly a whilst and then they narrow down. If everybody is commenting they must be minding their very own business enterprise somewhat of coming up you stressful with a sparkling toddler.

Answer 9

I'm sure they still know you love them.