August 2011 - StepTalk - The Network of Care

There is a difference in adult and mature

I have been dealing with my SD's acting out for 22 years,including running away,theft,jailtime,and putting our Grandson up for adoption without telling us....this is only a few of the trials..but she read more Read More...

Published Mon, Aug 08 2011 1:13 PM by Step Talk

Reactions to expect when disengaging.

I am starting the process of disengaging from the adult stepchildren. read more Read More...

Published Mon, Aug 08 2011 11:45 AM by Step Talk

What's next for SD15...tattos and *** implant...

I thought my son was kidding when he mentioned that SD15 was now a bleach blonde. I finally saw it on Facebook this morning and can not believe BM let her do this and probably paid for it. read more Read More...

Published Mon, Aug 08 2011 9:47 AM by Step Talk

Just when you think they can't get any worse.... BM is full of surprises

Yesterday was a drama filled day for DH and I. BM was asking me about insurance info for SD4 so she could take her to the dentist yesterday... read more Read More...

Published Tue, Aug 09 2011 5:47 AM by Step Talk

Don't want to be angry all the time

I have read this a lot on this website, about not wanting to feel angry all the time. This must be a pretty normal experience as a step parent. read more Read More...

Published Tue, Aug 09 2011 7:18 AM by Step Talk

Trying a new outlook on life

i have decided to not try and engage ss as much as i used to. i am still friendly towards him but i am going to try and not get hurt anymore. it is hard because i am so sensitive. read more Read More...

Published Tue, Aug 09 2011 8:07 AM by Step Talk

OK here it goes, long vent.

I have been a stepmother for about 10 years now. SS is almost 16. My hubby's ex came back into the picture last xmas and all hell broke lose in my personal being. read more Read More...

Published Sat, Aug 13 2011 8:11 PM by Step Talk

BM threatens court

Dh has been very generous with BM over the years for visitation. When SS7 was 3 DH would bring him to her and then do the return trip a few days later, all on his dime. read more Read More...

Published Sat, Aug 13 2011 9:20 PM by Step Talk

Help only you guys will understand and not judge (hopefully)

Just vented to my babysitter and she was silent which to me signals that she does not agree with me...serves me right for trying to get a non-stepmother to understand my feelings. read more Read More...

Published Sat, Aug 13 2011 11:43 AM by Step Talk

NCP signing child up for school club

Does anyone know, can an NCP authorize/sign up their child for a club at school if they do not plan to pay the fees and nor are they in the position to provide transport for the club activities, and t read more Read More...

Published Sun, Aug 14 2011 9:17 PM by Step Talk

For Those New To StepMom World

Here are some warning signs that are indicative of trouble ahead: 1. Does your man allow co-sleeping with his children? (aka the kiddies routinely jump into bed with him at night) read more Read More...

Published Fri, Aug 12 2011 1:13 PM by Step Talk

its always my fault

So I told my DW my issues with ss11 and what does she do? Tells me its my fault. I haven't earned their respect. Really??? Im so tired of everything always being my fault. read more Read More...

Published Fri, Aug 12 2011 1:16 AM by Step Talk

Guilty Admission

I feel terrible to admit this….but I can’t help but secretly feel smug that it is likely my kid will be “better” than SS6. read more Read More...

Published Thu, Aug 11 2011 9:49 AM by Step Talk

OT

I am so tired of actually trying to look good during this heat wave. read more Read More...

Published Thu, Aug 11 2011 6:18 AM by Step Talk

Fighting with SD

So my husband and I have been together for 6 six years and up until recently I have had a pretty good relationship with ALL of my SC. Recently my 14yrs SD got into my face and was disrepctful to me. read more Read More...

Published Thu, Aug 11 2011 12:11 PM by Step Talk

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