I did try too to involve them in their grandchildren's lives because I did want them to know them - but they're just so toxic, that it had to be done. That was a really rough and sad decision for me to have to make. But my kids will always come first. Always.

My brother's nickname for me is Mama Bear. Because of how I reacted to my parents the last time I saw them in person... And I do have to say, that nickname fits me. I maaay have kicked my parents out of my apartment, because of how they were talking to me in front of my kids. Emily was only 6 months at the time. She was a little one. I've run into them at the store a few times -- but they just shoot nasty looks and ignore me.... the last time I ran into them - I was massively pregnant with James.

I miss who they used to be. Before they started acting this way. :(

That is so true - I know that I do not want to be like them, and I know I'll be accepting of my children - no matter what!