I'm sorry, Sue Sue. I had a longer response typed out, but I think sometimes people just need to know that others are thinking of them. And so, I'll keep you and your boys in my thoughts tomorrow.
"Why would you ruin perfectly good peanuts by adding candy corn? That's like saying hey, I have these awesome nachos, guess I better add some dryer lint." - Nonny
(((@cse1960))) We always think of you as one of the strong, wise ones. It's good to not always be strong. I'm sorry about your brother. Your step-mother is trying to make amends, it seems; it's hard and it's emotional but at least you're able to pay the kids' college with the money she's settled on you. Fingers crossed the case settles. I'll send DH's settle-dust your way (three last week - one in mediation, one MSJ and one in negotiations.)
Post by bohemianmango on Nov 27, 2014 1:20:36 GMT -5
I'm sorry to hear about your brother. I hope things turn around for him.
Life is interesting. Sometimes, horrible people or moments can help bring out the amazing in others. Your stepmom probably realized how wrong she was to you and knew it wasn't easy to become the person you are. Your boys won't ever have to struggle in the same way you did with the help of your dad and stepmom's money and with a mom like you.
Post by Monica Geller on Nov 27, 2014 6:14:08 GMT -5
((Hugs)) sue! I'm sorry about your brothers health and I'm glad he apologized for his behavior; it's nice to have things patched up. As for your stepmom, that's a lot to process. Take your time with it all.
Post by UnderProtest on Nov 27, 2014 7:55:34 GMT -5
I'm so sorry to hear about your brother. I can't imagine how you are feeling.
Do you think maybe the money is your stepmother's way of trying to make amends? It doesn't make up for what she did to you, but it could be her way of apologizing.
I'm sorry about your brother, Sue Sue and for how hard it is for you to be away from your boys. As for your stepmom, it's really sad that you had to struggle in earlier times when they had money and could've helped you out. The things she put you through helped to contribute to your being such a great mom today and her leaving money that you can use for the boys' education seems just. Sometimes things just seem to work out but it's because you deserve it.