Evening - I have other threads and have found solace contributing and taking advice on here - the Elderly Parents thread.
Had a terrible few weeks and took it out last night on my partner. I know I overstepped the mark. He is utterly fed up of the whole parent situation-as am I.
Tried to make amends today- we barely spoke all day - did make a lovely meal which he ate and appreciated. Suggested a reconciliation hug after the meal - he let rip. Told me if I ever take it out on him again he is leaving me as he is sick of the whole situation with my elderly parents- mother in particular.
Hands up I did not cover myself in glory last night - the stress is debilitating. So not to drip feed..Father is ina nursing home and well cared for. Mother with zero physical illnesses is impossible to deal with. Every time we fix a ‘problem’ she creates a new one.
I can totally see my partners frustration- I just feel like no one understands the bigger picture of the stress and constant anxiety. I do not want to lose my partner - I cannot force my mother to accept outside help. How do we break the cycle?
Thanks foe reading so far. Vent required.