Dear Abby: Daughter is failing at being a good mother

When it comes to setting a good example for children, parents should be aware that a single misbehavior can have long-lasting consequences. Monica, a mother of two, has been struggling with her kids' behavior on family vacations, where they often curse, yell at adults, and show no respect whatsoever.

Despite multiple warnings from the rest of the family, Monica refuses to take responsibility for their actions, often shifting the blame onto others and becoming defensive. Her reaction is not only hurtful but also unhealthy, as it allows her children to become accustomed to being entitled and argumentative.

In response to the situation, Dear Abby recommends that the family stop inviting Monica and her children on vacations, citing their unacceptable behavior as a reason for doing so. This solution acknowledges that some people are simply unable or unwilling to take responsibility for their actions and set a good example for others.

Meanwhile, 70-year-old man from Texas is seeking support as he cares for his 71-year-old wife with chronic health issues. Dealing with her condition, running a business, and navigating the world without assistance can be overwhelming. Caring for a loved one requires emotional labor, patience, and empathy.

Dear Abby recommends The Caregiver Action Network (CAN), an organization that provides education, peer support, and resources to family caregivers across the country. CAN offers free services, including counseling, advocacy, and respite care, which can help alleviate some of the burden on responsible caregivers like Mr. Texas.

As we reflect on the life and legacy of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., his message of love and compassion remains a powerful reminder that even in challenging times, kindness and understanding can transform lives. Dear Abby's advice to readers serves as a testament to the enduring importance of empathy and understanding in our personal and professional relationships.
 
I don’t usually comment but... I feel so bad for Monica and her kids πŸ€•. It sounds like they're missing out on some quality family time because their parents are too caught up in blaming others πŸ™…β€β™€οΈ. But at the same time, it's not fair to exclude them from vacations just because of a few bad behaviors 😐. Maybe instead of cutting ties, Monica and her family could try having some real talks about respect and responsibility? That'd be a better way to set a good example for their kids πŸ‘ͺ.

On a completely different note, I'm so grateful for organizations like The Caregiver Action Network πŸ™. My aunt's been going through a tough time with her mom's health issues, and it's awesome that there are resources available to help them navigate this challenging time 🀝. If you're caring for a loved one or just need some support, I'd definitely look into CAN – they seem like a game-changer πŸ’–.
 
I'm so done with parents like Monica who think they're above criticism πŸ˜’. Newsflash: kids learn from what they see, not just hear. If she can't even control her own little monsters, how does she expect them to behave around others? πŸ€·β€β™€οΈ I mean, come on, a family vacation is supposed to be fun for everyone, not just Monica's emotional rollercoaster πŸŒͺ️.

On the flip side, I feel for Mr. Texas who's carrying his wife on his back πŸ’”. That's some heavy emotional labor right there. Can't we all just take a deep breath and offer some support instead of shoving people into organizations that might not even be the best fit? 🀝 At least the CAN thing has free services, so yeah, that's something πŸ‘.
 
I'm tellin' ya, family vacations should be about chillin', not stressin' out πŸ˜’. I remember goin' on road trips with my own fam back in the day, and we'd always have to negotiate who was gonna control the music and who got to sit up front 🎡. But you know what? It was all good vibes! Parents just gotta set a good example, ya know? No cursing, no yellin', no expectin' everyone to cater to their every whim πŸ‘…. If Monica's kids can't handle that, then maybe they're the ones who need to take responsibility for themselves πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ. On the other hand, I feel so bad for Mr. Texas and his wife πŸ™. Caregiving is tough stuff, but there's always help available 🌟. The Caregiver Action Network sounds like an awesome resource – they should get all the love! πŸ’–
 
I'm so done with entitled kids πŸ™„! Their parents need to step up their game and show them that there are consequences for bad behavior. Shifting blame and being defensive is not the way to teach your kiddos life skills. I've seen it happen, and it's heartbreaking πŸ˜”.

On a more positive note, I'm so grateful for organizations like The Caregiver Action Network πŸ™. Caring for a loved one can be incredibly challenging, and it's amazing that they offer free resources and support to help make things easier. We need more people like them in our community ❀️.
 
aww man, gotta feel bad for monica's kids πŸ€• they're already struggling with behavior issues on vacation, can't even have a family moment without yelling & disrespect πŸ™„ but at the same time, monica's def not helping by being all defensive & shifting blame πŸ’β€β™€οΈ maybe she needs some personal growth coaching? 🀯 and omg, poor Mr Texas is just trying to care for his wife and he doesn't even know where to start 😩 thank goodness there are orgs like CAN that can offer support & resources ❀️ we gotta be more understanding of caregivers & not leave them hanging πŸ˜”
 
I feel so sorry for Monica's kids, they're being raised by someone who doesn't know how to manage their behavior πŸ€•. It's not fair to them, and it's not teaching them any good life skills. And can you believe Monica shifts the blame on others? That's just not cool πŸ˜’.

On a more positive note, I'm so grateful for organizations like The Caregiver Action Network (CAN). They're doing such important work supporting families who are caring for loved ones in need πŸ’•. It's amazing to see people like Mr. Texas asking for help and finding resources that can make a big difference. We should all be cheering them on πŸŽ‰!
 
I feel so bad for Monica and her kids... it sounds like they're missing out on some valuable lessons about respect and responsibility from their mom πŸ€•. But at the same time, I think it's awesome that Dear Abby is advocating for taking care of yourself too - if you can't take care of your own kids, how are they gonna learn? πŸ™…β€β™€οΈ It's all about finding that balance, right? And then there's Mr. Texas, who's just trying to do what's best for his wife... it's amazing that Dear Abby is shining a light on the amazing work that organizations like CAN are doing to support caregivers - they're truly making a difference in people's lives ❀️!
 
I gotta say, I'm so done with parents who think they're above all consequences πŸ™„. Like Monica, she's got these two kids running wild on vacation and instead of owning up to their behavior, she's all "who's the problem?"? It's like, hello, you're a parent, it's your job to set an example and teach them right from wrong! And then Dear Abby suggests cutting ties with them altogether? I mean, yeah, if they're not willing to take responsibility for their actions, maybe they don't deserve to be part of the family anymore... but at least let's try to have a conversation about it first πŸ€”. On a more positive note, I'm so grateful for organizations like The Caregiver Action Network (CAN) that support people like Mr. Texas who are going through an incredibly tough time caring for their loved one ❀️. It just goes to show that kindness and empathy can truly make all the difference in our lives 🌟
 
πŸ™„ I'm so done with parents like Monica who think their kids are above consequences! Like, hello, kids learn from what they see, not just what they're told πŸ€¦β€β™€οΈ. And honestly, if your kids are being that rude to others, it's on you as the parent to teach them better boundaries and respect for others πŸ™…β€β™‚οΈ.

On a more positive note, I think it's amazing that Dear Abby is highlighting the importance of caregiver support 🀝. My grandma struggled with Alzheimer's when I was younger, and it's heartbreaking to see how much stress and emotional labor caregivers like Mr. Texas must go through πŸ’”. The Caregiver Action Network sounds like a lifesaver (or at least a sanity-saver πŸ˜‚) for people in his shoes πŸ‘.
 
I totally get why Monica is struggling with her kids' behavior πŸ€·β€β™€οΈ, but it's def not an excuse for her to ignore what's happening and keep on denying responsibility πŸ‘Ž. I mean, if she doesn't set a good example, who will? Her kids are going to grow up thinking they can do whatever they want and no one will ever say anything πŸ€¦β€β™€οΈ.

But on the other hand, I feel so bad for that 70-year-old man in Texas πŸ˜”. Caring for his wife with chronic health issues must be super tough and emotional πŸ’”. It's great to hear about The Caregiver Action Network (CAN) offering support and resources 🌟. Maybe we can all learn a thing or two from Mr. Texas's situation and become more empathetic towards others who are going through similar struggles ❀️.
 
I feel so bad for Monica's kids, they're just going through some stage I guess πŸ€·β€β™€οΈ. But honestly, if she can't take responsibility for their actions, maybe they shouldn't be on family vacations together? It's not fair to the rest of the family who have to deal with her defensive behavior πŸ˜’.

But at the same time, I can understand why she'd feel that way πŸ€”. Parenting can be overwhelming and sometimes we all need a break πŸ’†β€β™€οΈ. Maybe instead of cutting them off from vacations, Monica could try setting some clear boundaries and expectations for their behavior πŸ“?

And omg, Mr Texas needs our support right now πŸ™! Caring for a loved one is the hardest job ever and it's amazing that he's taking on that responsibility πŸ’ͺ. I'm so glad Dear Abby recommended The Caregiver Action Network - those resources would be a lifesaver for him and his wife πŸ€—.

It's so important to remember that kindness and empathy can make all the difference in someone's life ❀️. We should all try to be more understanding and compassionate, especially when it comes to people who are struggling πŸ’•.
 
I feel so bad for Monica's kids πŸ€•. It's like they're already conditioned to be entitled and argumentative because their mom won't take responsibility for her own actions. I've had my fair share of messy family vacations too, but at least my partner and I are on the same page about setting a good example for our own kids πŸ‘ͺ. I think it's really sad that the rest of Monica's family is having to deal with this drama πŸ€¦β€β™€οΈ.
 
Wow 😊, I feel so bad for Monica and her kids, it's like they're living in their own little world where no one else exists except them. They need some serious boundaries and guidance from parents ASAP! 🀯 And on the other hand, Mr. Texas is doing a great job taking care of his wife, we should all be grateful to have people like him who put others before themselves πŸ’•. Dear Abby's advice is always so spot on, it's like she knows exactly what we need to hear 😊.
 
I feel so bad for Monica and her kids, but come on! They're being super rude and disrespected to others, including their own family members πŸ€¦β€β™€οΈ. If she can't teach them that there's a consequences for their actions, then maybe it's time for a different parenting approach? I mean, I get that we all have bad days, but setting a good example is key, especially for kids.

On a more positive note, I'm so grateful for organizations like The Caregiver Action Network (CAN) πŸ™. Caring for a loved one can be so overwhelming and emotional, and it's amazing that CAN offers free resources and support to help caregivers navigate this challenging time. It's a great reminder of the importance of community and compassion in our lives πŸ’•.
 
omg can you even imagine being on a family vacation with two kids who are constantly cussing and disrespecting adults? idk what's wrong with them lol anyway, i think dear abby is right tho, if they cant take responsibility for their actions maybe they shouldnt be around other people who need to set an example i mean i know my grandma can be super hard on me sometimes but it makes me a better person lol

and omg poor dude from texas! caregiving is so underrated i think dear abby is amazing for recommending the caregiver action network tho i wish more ppl knew about them cuz its not easy taking care of a loved one alone πŸ€—
 
I'm like totally with Dear Abby on this one... parents gotta set an example for their kids, you know? If Monica's kids are acting out all the time and she's not taking responsibility, it's gonna be hard for them to learn good behavior πŸ€·β€β™€οΈ. And I feel so bad for Mr. Texas and his wife - caring for someone with chronic health issues is tough enough, but adding on a business and everyday life? That's just too much πŸ’”. We need more support systems like CAN for people in that situation... it's not easy being an adult caregiver 🀝.
 
The whole family thing can be super tough, you feel? One minute they're all loved up, next they're cursing like sailors πŸš’πŸ˜’. My sister had this with her kids when they were little, and I was like "girl, what's going on?" She just shrugged it off, said some parents are more in denial than others πŸ€·β€β™€οΈ.

Now, about that 70-year-old dude... caring for a loved one can be overwhelming, I get it πŸ˜“. It's like trying to juggle a million balls at once ⚽️. But yeah, Dear Abby is spot on with that Can organization πŸ™Œ. It's not just about the resources, but also the emotional support you need when dealing with all this πŸ’”.

As for Monica and her crew... family vacations should be fun times, not stress-filled arguments πŸ˜’. Maybe she needs to take a deep breath, admit she can't control everything, and work on being more present 🌊. We've all been there, right? πŸ˜…
 
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