OT - Family and a Clarification

Hi everyone! I hope everyone is having a good day! I think I should clarify something about one of my recent posts. I had mentioned in it that I was mourning a 'death', so to speak. I just want to clarify that I was being metaphorical. My sister did not die...she is just, in essence, dead to me. Now...no one knows me well enough to how how profound that statement is. Family means to the world to me. I would go to the ends of the earth and fight to the death for any member of my family. And that was true at one point about my eldest sister, as well. But the pain she has caused my family...especially my Mom and Dad who have done everything for her...is too much for me to forgive now. I don't necessarily think it is appropriate to air my dirty family laundry over the internet and I am still in pain over the situation. But, bottom line, she and her husband have become some sort of religious cult...and they have sucked their kids into it. And it is sad and heartbreaking because I know I will probably never see any of them again. That is what I meant by saying that it is a death of sorts. I am mourning the loss of my family the way it was before my sister and her husband went over the edge. So I am sorry if I mislead you into thinking that I was suffering the physical loss of my sister. I am just suffering the loss of half my family...it hurts but, with time, I am sure it will get better. :::sigh::: Love and hugs, Jersey

Sugar, I sort of got the impression that it was an emotional death and not a physical death that you were mourning. Both are the same. I have been where you are and it is no less painful than if someone actually passed away. My prayers are with you and know that you can use my shoulder to cry on as you go through all the steps of mourning, for, you will. Hazel

Hugs & Kisses coming your way.

I understood what you meant. And you know that you can always come here for support of any kind. We will not judge you, just support and empathy coming at you. Love you, Ronna

Hi Jersey, I understood that it was an emotional loss. That's just as hard as a physical loss the feelings are the same and just as hard on you. Know that you are loved and cared for here and we are here to support you in anyway possible. My thoughts and prayers are with you. lots of love, Anna

Jersey, I agree with the other posters. I understood your loss and I felt for you. I too have a sister who is lost to me as well and no matter...the pain is just as great. Know we care...No need to air "your dirty laundry" we can all understand! Love, Ya Chris

understood. 'nough said. kissysmoochiehuggylovey to you----- Cathy

I understood, and am so sorry for what is happening in your family...... Tori

Jersey, I understand, for I am going through a similiar situation with my mother. I have not seen her or spoke to her since last May and she lives 20 miles away. I agree that this type of loss is just as painful as a physical death. Know that I am sorry for your hurt and I am here for you. Karyn

Sorry that's happened to you...I figured that's what you meant...I know that has to be difficult to go through. Maybe it will resolve itself in the future. Karla