On 2005-08-12 09:14:00, Three Springs Waygookin wrote:
" The experiences your daughter went through are hers, and hers alone to share.
Afraid that I have a bit of a differing opinion. Her experience is hers ~ that is true. But, it was not hers alone.
When she was hurting, I was there holding her hand and drying her tears. When she was stoned into unconsciousness, I was the one who rode in the ambulance. I was the one who cleaned up the vomit from one too many beers.
Her CHOICES were and still are hers alone. But, when your a mom, you suffer the consequences right along with them.
That's what family does. Rejoices with you. And sometimes suffers with you.
Perhaps I misspoke myself when I said I may share her experiences (as in telling you all her story). I could only share the experience of parenting her. But, make no mistake, I "shared" her experiences and by remaining a part of her life, I always will.