learning to let go
Kif got mad at me because I wouldn't take him to work. Then he got mad at me because he was hungry. Then he got mad at me because his pants didn't fit and he wanted to take them back. He's getting more impulsive.
I think it's time to end this particular weblog. This weblog seems to be more about bureaucracy and my brother's emotional problems, than any recovery going on. I have no doubt that he'll recover physically from his injuries, but I'm concerned that his life will be shortened by the poor decisions he makes.
I love my brother and want to have a relationship with him. But it seems like too many years have gone by causing too much damage.
Comments
family should always love each other; but few of us can do that when we have to be around each other 24/7. you've been forced to depend on each other; your brother becauses he (usually) realizes he needs help. you, because you know you have to get your brother to accept that help. with all the fog that has passed between you two, it's not easy to just jump into this. funny how you two were talking just before this happened. maybe after your brother is able to stand on his own (and he will) you'll be able to love each other-even if you don't always make the same choices. in the meantime, does it help that it's difficult for the both of you? it takes the patience of Job to do what you're doing; you really are fabulous. I hope one day you can both live your own lives, but still be family. if that makes sense.(?)
Posted by: karl | August 22, 2006 09:02 PM
The differences and distance between siblings can put up great walls that are difficult to get around. But where you are right now, what you have been doing proves that no wall is greater than the deep link that siblings do have and the love that will always direct you to do what is needed during painful and challenging times in life. Keep the hope girl, all is not lost!
Posted by: Paula | August 29, 2006 05:08 PM