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Post by Shon on Jan 28, 2014 19:37:31 GMT -5
JustUs,
My two children and I have lived with my parents for a few years because I had some health problems. Now that I am healthy again, I'm ready to return to work and move to a new home, but I am encountering severe resistance from my parents.
As I have recovered, our situation has gone from my parents helping me to my assuming the majority of the household responsibilities. My parents say they know I want to go back to work and know it will be good for me to be independent, but because of their own health concerns they need me to stay. I have always felt a strong responsibility toward my family, but I know that not having a home to call our own limits the personal growth of my children and me.
I have been offered a great job in another state that would allow me to provide well for my children, but I feel crushing guilt for even considering leaving my parents to fend for themselves. I know this will be a life-changing decision for all of us, so please give me an objective point of view. - Thanks a million! Shon
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Post by JustUs on Jan 29, 2014 8:46:04 GMT -5
Hello Shon,
Parents are known to give guilt trips. Especially when you are considering taking their grand-babies to another state. I say God wouldn't have extended the offer with the great possibilities if he had not wanted you to accept. Reassure your parents that you plan on making frequent trips to visit but the show must go on. They understand even if they act as if they don't. God will provide for them, he has all those years of their lives this far. You have many services also that will monitor and provide help if they need it. Look into some of those services and ensure your parents that you're not leaving them unattended and alone. Now go spread your wings, you've been there long enough.
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