My son has had a "Dad" since he was 2 years old. He has had a stepdad since he was 6. But he just recently met his father for the first time at the age of 13. I have always been honest with Andrew about the situation concerning his father and me, and knew that one day he would decide it was time to meet him. Even though I knew this, I was not prepared when it happened. For me the entire situation was very awkward. I have had a lot of resentment towards his father for the past 13 years and then BAM! here I am welcoming him into my home and allowing him to spend time with MY son. Fortunately, I have a wonderful support system with Keith and he was able to talk me through the emotional roller coaster that I was on. For me, it was easiest to remember that I am doing this for Andrew, and not for his father.
I have since come to terms with the situation and have accepted that from this point on, I will be sharing my son with another family. Andrew has 3 new half-brothers and also a step-mother. I have had the pleasure of meeting all of them and am very happy that they are now a part of Andrew's life. Our families recently spent the day together and it was quite enjoyable. We have plans to get together again soon and then I will have some pics to share with you.
I have since come to terms with the situation and have accepted that from this point on, I will be sharing my son with another family. Andrew has 3 new half-brothers and also a step-mother. I have had the pleasure of meeting all of them and am very happy that they are now a part of Andrew's life. Our families recently spent the day together and it was quite enjoyable. We have plans to get together again soon and then I will have some pics to share with you.
