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Not doing the expected gifts ….

3 replies

starsparkle08 · 19/12/2023 17:58

I usually spend a lot of time and money on niece and nephews gifts despite having a lot on my plate . I’ve done this for years . My son is disabled and I claim benefits . He is 2:1 due to his needs . This year I’ve done £20 for the children in a card . But my mum said the children will be so disappointed this year as I’ve not done the ‘norm ‘ .
I feel very burnt out , I feel I was buying love and I feel like I’ve been treated badly as I’ve had to focus on my son rather than working .
No one offers to help me or my son or show any interest .. plus I’ve recently had a head mri to hopefully rule out ms . Just not feeling Christmas this year and all my focus is on trying to sort things for my son

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Ulysees · 19/12/2023 18:01

Ignore your mum. She shouldn't have said that.
I really hope you're going to be ok. Be kind to yourself 💐

Shinyandnew1 · 19/12/2023 18:02

Your mum sounds like hard work!

HelpINeedSomebodyToTakeThisAway · 19/12/2023 18:09

Your mum doesn’t sound very supportive!
My DN all get money in a card, they are perfectly happy with cash.
You are right to focus on you and DS Flowers

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