And They Come, Regardless of My Will

[hisownsidekick]

Fuck, I really don't know what to say.  I don't feel well.  My father texted me yesterday, the first communication we've had in weeks, telling me he was alone and broke and feeling terrible.  Then he turned the texts against my mother.  Today I responded, letting him know how much I care for him and that he shouldn't despair.  He replied normally,

Comments

[jaymark108]

My wife's parents are pretty messed up, and I don't know what to do when her dad's depressive or spiteful attitude drives her to cry. It's hard. :(

[hisownsidekick]

My problems with my father are fairly recent. Or rather... these kinds of problems. That makes me sad to hear Steph's had to deal with that for much longer. She sounds so nice.

[dragonz]

I'd like to staple mittens to your dad so he can't send texts. And I don't care if that makes his fingers sweat. I'm glad you stand up for your mom, even though it makes you worry about your dad.