Family is so hard

[Solitare]

On “vacation” with my daughter and granddaughter- I am so in their way. What they say is right. What they do or want to do is right- and I am always wrong. My daughter asked me to go with them and I should have known to say no. I guess I was hoping it would be different this time. We were taking a “lift” and I was talking to the driver. My daughter interrupted and corrected what I was saying at least 3 times.

I love my daughter and grandkids and want to keep things peaceful. If I say anything it’s me who will suffer. Sorry- I’m just venting and this seems to be a safe place to vent.

[san_ray70]

In private ask your daughter why, years ago presumably you lived a peaceful life , or has she always been argumentative? My daughter suffers from depression, her partner and daughter support her. The thing is I can't help as she will not answer letters e-mails or phone, I would love to see her. It is getting on for 9 years since I did. Make the best of time with your daughter, and if she does not improve keep visits short.

[Hidden]

Sometimes keeping the peace is very costly.

I have a very controlling sister that I have to limit contact with. I'm learning to practice being more assertive with people who are good to me.

Someday, I hope to have a healthy relationship with my sister . But if I don't,(and half of the equation I can't control after all) at least I'll have one with myself.

[LadyZen]

Do you know why she is this way? I went to a family counselor with my mother many years ago. I was so angry with her, I just screamed in the session.