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Run. Screaming.

And set some boundries BEFORE she retires.

I'm really fond of the word "no".

Deborah49...you have almost described my mother in a nutshell. She has been widowed for over 12 years and was also in that 50's style marriage. It took her a few years to get used to having some freedom and to discover what she wanted to do. Now she is living in a retirement community and seems to be really enjoying this stage of her life.

There are lots of recreation groups and even emeritus college programs for seniors who want to discover new things. Spending an afternoon once a week is not bad but daily would probably drive me a little nuts. I am glad that my mom has been able to get some sort of independence and has a social life outside the family.

I wish my mom would care more about me like that. She cares more about my pregnant SIL and gives her all the attention. My mom thinks I am boring and that we don't have anything in common since I don't want/have kids. How completely pathetic.

Oh, dear, lngilbert! My mom has Fridays off and feels it necessary to call every Friday. I'm always suspiciously busy. Definitely check out hobbies for her.



Hmm, Tress, this sounds eerily familiar... ;-)