Daughters
Have just re-read SF's blog on LJ's behaviour at present and one of the replies. Please could you enlighten falcadore that there is only one complete set of parents - but irrespective of that, I will add my maternal advice.
Mothers and daughters will often have their times when they are at odds with each other - it is perfectly natural - it is how they shape their femininity for starters. This said I think LJ is just adjusting to life with an extra person around the house and wondering in her young mind where she fits into the scheme of things. One of her constants has changed. As a result she has become a bit more affectionate with me as I have the luxury of being able to spoil her and give her my undivided attention when I see her and neither do I often have to discipline her.
In my opinion, with the questions she is asking about Jeff at present she is trying to sort out the order of her world and who means what to whom. This is way in advance of when some kids do it - but hey we know she's an intelligent little monkey!!
As for grown up daughters - have just had a call from my eldest telling me her news. What a surprise. I am thrilled that she will have more time at home - I know I treasured that when my two were young. You may not realize the long term benefits for decades, but they certainly are there.
Mothers and daughters will often have their times when they are at odds with each other - it is perfectly natural - it is how they shape their femininity for starters. This said I think LJ is just adjusting to life with an extra person around the house and wondering in her young mind where she fits into the scheme of things. One of her constants has changed. As a result she has become a bit more affectionate with me as I have the luxury of being able to spoil her and give her my undivided attention when I see her and neither do I often have to discipline her.
In my opinion, with the questions she is asking about Jeff at present she is trying to sort out the order of her world and who means what to whom. This is way in advance of when some kids do it - but hey we know she's an intelligent little monkey!!
As for grown up daughters - have just had a call from my eldest telling me her news. What a surprise. I am thrilled that she will have more time at home - I know I treasured that when my two were young. You may not realize the long term benefits for decades, but they certainly are there.