
Every time I attempt to reach out to my extended family, the attempt fails. It is impossible to build a family relationship where mine has existed before at this stage in my life. I don’t feel ostracized, or hated, because the lack of closeness began when we were children. Behaviors were enforced and that kept us apart.
I am actually fortunate in a strange way. Because I was an only child, I learned to depend on myself instead of a large support group. My relatives were all parts of large immediate families, and their lives took different paths. I’m glad that I never lost that extended family closeness, I simply never had it.
I always try to make one more effort to reach out, but each time the results are the same. It’s time to move on and let this go.
Good that you have a good relationship with yourself….it works well for me as well…..Be well chuq
I’m more at peace with my change in writing habits too. Thanks for being a friend.
It is a pleasure….hope all is well with you chuq