Guest guest Posted November 6, 2005 Report Share Posted November 6, 2005 Hi Dan, I've been in your same situation. For me, at least, I was honest with my kids, and told them exactly what was going on. My children were very young when I first injured my spine and had surgeries. As time has gone on many other health problems have come up and I've included my children in this. Now it includes my grandkids too. You'd be amazed at how much they are able to understand. They even like to help out, sometimes. It's important to let them know that you are not in a life threatening situation too. Kids have wild imaginations and I had one child who really took it to heights. Some days I'm able to do more than other days. It's hard for me to live with, let alone a child. My mood changes too. I try to let them know that this has nothing to do with them. Of course I've also asked a little more of them over the years too. There's nothing wrong with them assuming a little more responsibility. Right now the older kids are grown and have families of their own. I have one teenager at home. She has a difficult time sometimes with my limitations. Plans change because of my pain levels. She doesn't like it, but I try to make up for it on the good days. I hope this, and the other responses you receive help you out some. As with everything you need to pick what will work for your situation. We're here to help. Kathleen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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