A 56-year-old woman, identified as Same Hurt Twice in the letter, shared her heartache in a recent Dear Annie column. The woman, who raised two sons as a single parent, detailed her strained relationship with her oldest son, who is currently in the military. After their grandmother passed away and left him a substantial inheritance, he promised to share the proceeds with his younger brother to help with college expenses. However, he failed to follow through, leaving his younger brother to secure scholarships and grants to cover his education.
Despite attempts to reconnect with her oldest son, he has continued to cut off communication intermittently, causing heartbreak for Same Hurt Twice and leading her youngest son to disown his brother. Feeling confused and hurt, she seeks advice on whether to write to her son, let him go, or seek legal assistance to recover the promised funds.
Annie Lane, the columnist, recommends seeking legal advice regarding the money owed to the younger son and suggests examining personal behaviors that may be triggering the son’s actions. By attempting to mend the relationship and understanding the underlying reasons for the son’s behavior, the woman may be able to repair the fractured family ties and inspire her younger son to do the same.
Readers are encouraged to purchase Annie Lane’s anthology “How Can I Forgive My Cheating Partner?” for more insights on marriage, infidelity, communication, and reconciliation. Questions for Annie Lane can be sent to dearannie@creators.com.
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