My head is spinning in so many directions today, I just don’t know where I’m going. It appears my brother and SIL have decided to give their marriage another go after being separated for almost 2 and a half years. He has never stopped loving her - that much is clear. However, she is the one who broke the marriage apart in the first place and was seeing someone else. Now, it appears the other guy is out of the picture and my brother is back in favour. I don’t know what to make of this but I guess there’s not a lot I can do about it either. It’s his life and if this is what he wants, then he’ll do what he feels necessary.
My parents don’t know yet and I have to pretend I don’t know either when he finally calls them later tonight. I’m not sure how they are going to take it because they have been very bitter about my SIL in the past. However, they will definitely not be happy when they find out the family are going to Florida in October since we weren’t allowed to take the kids with us last year. That is going to be a real kick in the teeth for them.
Now, I’m wondering if things are going to be the same as before when we only saw the kids when it suited her or if she will be more flexible. Without doubt, things are going to be awkward for a while.
Life is sometimes very complicated. And love too. Be parents isn’t easy. Now with the experience of life I understand better all the reactions my parents had. It means I will have to stay very relax and cool in my future with the daughters! So goes the life!
By claudie
on 01.31.08 10:20 pm | Permalink
Unfortunately you or your parents can’t do anything it’s only up to your brother. I only hope for him that she has changed if they married very young then there could be a chance. I am not very happy with my DIL (not married yet) but I am friendly and don’t show my real feelings because he is happy and I don’t have to live with her. But inside I sincerely hope it won’t last, lol !
By Gattina
on 02.01.08 4:29 pm | Permalink
What a difficult situation. Nobody can do anything about it but at the same time everyone wants to protect your brother from any distress. I do hope it turns out all right.
By A.
on 02.03.08 9:52 am | Permalink
Sounds tough. I really hope they’re gonna make it, but I must say that I have doubts. So far, I’ve never ever seen anyone making it a second time - for long anyway. *sigh*
Of course, since they have kids, it’s even more difficult. And it’s more tough on you that have to stand aside and watch it. I don’t envy you….
By captain lifecruiser
on 02.07.08 11:02 pm | Permalink