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AITAH for protecting myself from my biological father (and his wife) even if it hurts my kid?
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This is something that one woman found out the hard way after she rekindled her relationship with her biological father, then cut contact with him again. When she was nine years old, he had allowed her stepdad to adopt her, and she didn't speak with him again until after her stepfather's passing.
The relationship soured when her dad's wife became involved in the relationship, which she was not happy about. Both her dad and her stepmom began saying cruel things to her, something which prompted her to go no contact with them. However, she felt guilty about depriving her 6-year-old son of a grandfather, especially as her older son still had a relationship with him.
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Outsiders reassured her that she had made the right decision.
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44-year-old mom goes no contact with cruel bio dad and stepmom, worries about depriving 6-year-old son of grandparents: 'He keeps asking about his grandpa'
Second chances can be a dangerous game to play in relationships, even and sometimes especially when they are happening with family members. When somebody means a lot to a person despite their previous behavior and actions, it is only natural to hope that they have changed for the better. Also, it is understandable for those who got cut off by a loved one to want a place in their life again, whether they have learned from their mistakes or not.
Unfortunately, many connections that are rekindled after a period of difficulty can prove to be not worth the effort. What may start off as a welcome return can quickly be derailed by toxic behavior or intruding third parties. It can be hard to reject someone or be rejected all over again, but there are times when it is going to be the best option. Some people will never be who you need them to be.
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