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15 minutes of fame

(33 Posts)
hollysteers Mon 11-Sept-23 14:33:55

My childless, or should I say childfree DD once remarked to me that “I had put something back into the world” by having children, an expression I hadn’t heard before.
And that is what you have done!👍

Shelflife Mon 11-Sept-23 14:23:01

You are an amazing woman!!! Don't ever doubt that, like many of us you have spent your time making others feel good about themselves - now it's your turn. You are also dealing with your cancer how brave is that !? Make no mistake you are very special - treat yourself to what you fancy , put yourself first . Good luck , be positive and remember what a good mother, and Grandma you are - they have you to thank for being who they are today, now that is definitely special!!!!? 💐💐💐

aonk Mon 11-Sept-23 10:48:24

Dealing with your illness takes heroism and courage which I’m sure is recognised by those who know you. This is in addition to being a good wife, mother and grandmother and making a difference in people’s lives.
I often feel like you do. Some people can be helped by volunteering in some capacity. It’s rewarding.

wildswan16 Mon 11-Sept-23 10:38:51

Without being at all bashful - ask yourself what your family will say about you when you are gone. You may feel you haven't done anything special - but I bet they think otherwise!

hulahoop Mon 11-Sept-23 10:13:29

You have achieved having children who have then given you grandchildren .Sorry you are feeling low it must be hard fighting the cancer sending you some virtual (((hugs)).

Redhead56 Mon 11-Sept-23 09:57:46

You are special you are a wife a mother a grandparent so you have achieved a lot! Don’t put yourself down raise your head and be proud and look after yourself 💐

Tricia2 Mon 11-Sept-23 02:50:14

I do have stage 4 breast cancer that is still stable after 10 years and this is wearing on me as well.

Tricia2 Mon 11-Sept-23 02:47:52

Do you think it’s true that everyone should have 15 minutes of fame? Even if that just means very modest fame? I’m not known for anything. I have a hubby and 4 adult kids and grandkids who are close and we get along, all are doing well. But i feel like the slacker in the family. I want to be known for something special. Not Taylor Swift or Elizabeth Taylor but something-anything. So far I’m just known as sweet old grandma. I feel like I’ve devoted my life to making family and friends feel special, but I’m not in any way special. Not especially smart, not artistic, not a gardener(although I try very hard!) never won an award etc. just very average. Feeling very low nowadays. I would like to be proud of something about myself i dont really need 15 min of fame, just to feel i have something to offer.