I often find myself in the background, feeling like the least important grandmother.
Today's letter writer agrees with a prior writer who feels her daughters-in-law are closer to their moms and she gets left on the outside more often than not.
Both of my daughters-in-law are incredibly close to their own mothers. It’s a beautiful bond they share, but as someone who raised her sons to be independent and self-sufficient, It’s hard, and I won’t deny the pang of hurt that comes when I feel like I’m on the periphery of their lives. Still, I do my best to smile, show grace, and be grateful for any invitations or moments of connection that come my way.
These days, though, things feel different. With smaller families and different cultural shifts, grandmothers who aren’t the primary figure -- often the maternal grandmothers -- are left feeling the sting of distance. There’s less competition for attention, and yet, in some ways, it feels like there’s less opportunity to share those precious moments.
Thank you for sharing the “Grieving Grandmother’s” letter. It resonated deeply with me, as I know it has with so many other mothers of sons who are living this reality. It’s a tender and painful experience that often goes unnoticed, but hearing the voices of others helps us feel less alone. -- I Can RelateThank you for sharing your heartfelt letter.
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