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Not to get my grandson anything for Christmas after today

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Abouter · 09/11/2025 18:47

I don’t even know where to start really but today has been absolutely awful and I just feel so drained I can’t stop crying . It’s 5 years today since my son passed away and I had planned to just have a quiet day to remember him , light a candle and maybe go for a walk to the place he used to like but it’s all gone wrong . My grandson has been in one of his moods since he got up , slamming doors and shouting that he didn’t want to “sit around being miserable” . I told him it’s not about being miserable it’s about remembering his dad and he just started shouting at me saying I made everything worse and that it’s my fault he’s not here . I honestly couldn’t believe the things that came out of his mouth .

I tried to calm him down but he wouldn’t have it , he called me names I don’t even want to repeat . He said I ruined his life and that I only care about myself . Then he asked for money for some concert this week like nothing had happened . I said no not after today , and he stormed out .

I don’t know where he’s gone now . I’ve tried ringing but he’s not answering . I feel like I can’t do this anymore.

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Whyherewego · 09/11/2025 18:49

I'm sorry. You probably just wanted a hug didn't you. As you remember your son.
Maybe the grandson is grieving in his own way and lashing out because he can't process the grief. Has he had any bereavement counselling? Have you?
Take care of yourself OP. YANBU to feel how you are feeling right now.

Bourneyesterday · 09/11/2025 18:49

How old is your grandson?

Izzywizzy85 · 09/11/2025 18:48

Kindly, YABU. This isn’t something that needs punishment. He’s obviously struggling a lot. And I understand you are too. Grief is awful and affects people differently. How old is he?