The main difference in our house vs my step-son's house, is that fact that in his he is the only child. In ours he has siblings that are much younger. Although father and son do a lot of one on one stuff together, I know he feels like the third wheel around our children (despite our best efforts). Also, there is the fact that he doesn't get everything he wants (even when the throws a full fledged temper-tantrum). Our children know they have to share, they have to ask for snack, and that coke is treat not a regular drink. He is used to having the latest and greatest toys, a pool in his backyard, and not having to compete for attention. That is why my husband tries to do visits with him where he lives. They get plenty of one on one time. Sadly, though step-son doesn't appreciate that fact. Maybe one day he will.
Previous
Index
Next
Flat
Re: A question for stepparents
Edit
Reply
Quote
