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i have 2 sons and 2 ex step-sons, never had any serious problems in the past, but the lady i am married to now has 2 sons who know resent me being in her life, and refuse to acknowledge me, let alone bond with me.
she tries to "make-up" for their dads not being there for them by constantly pandering to there every whim but it is having a serious impact on our marriage.
i would like us to have a child of our own but cannot see any space or time left after this....
Hi Anakin,
Have you spoken to your wife about how you feel?
you may have argued about this in the past (you may not have though) but maybe talking to her when things are calm and settled and explaining how you feel when there is no heat in the moment. may help.
How old are the step children?
Darren
Hi anakin,
How long have you been in this relationship? How old are the boys? Is their biological dad still in their lives?
Gooner
Hi Anakin and welcome.
I completely emphasize, mate. I took on 2 step kids about a decade ago and I know how tricky it can be. My partner and I have one child between us and that makes it easier but my step daughter... Jesus, that's another story. Let's just say she hates my guts.
Hang in there and message me if you want to vent.
N.D.
yep I know this one too. It does get easier as they leave home !! but they often come back to bite me .
yep I know this one too. It does get easier as they leave home !! but they often come back to bite me .
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