Seeking Advice: Son's Visit Cancelled by Daughter-in-Law

Seeking Advice: Son’s Visit Cancelled by Daughter-in-Law

I’m facing a challenging family situation and could really use some advice. My son, Nathan, didn’t come to visit us because his wife, Aurora, didn’t allow him to. She said we always want something from him and that if he took time off work, he should spend it with his immediate family. She also mentioned she doesn’t like our home. How should I handle this?

"Caught in a Trap: How Helping My Son and His Wife Backfired"

“Caught in a Trap: How Helping My Son and His Wife Backfired”

A mother is willing to sacrifice everything to ensure her only child’s happiness. She loses sleep as her child grows up, grays prematurely when her child becomes a teenager, and tries not to cry when her child becomes independent. I completely understand because I am one of those women. But recently, I decided to slow down a bit and start living for myself. Especially since Logan has