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why don't they call to see how we are?

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flopen Fri 22-Apr-22 12:46:31

My husband and I have had covid. Not seriously, for the tiredness and brain fog are going on and on.
Normally we have an active life, with plenty going on, and this has all been stripped away.
The thing is, none of our children have called us this week to see how we are, which I find upsetting. And I'm not sure how to address it.
I suppose it's partly because I've been determined not to follow my mother's demanding style of parenting. So I'm calling my mum every day, and I don't hear a thing from my children. Which doesn't seem fair.

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grandtanteJE65 Mon 20-Jun-22 13:15:57

How often do they call when you are both well?

Do they realise you would like inquiries or could they be afraid of disturbing you if you are resting?

I can't say whether they should or should not have called you, as this depends entirely on what kind of relationship you normally have with them.

Sorry if this is unhelpful. Could you ring up and ask if they have time to talk for a minute or two, as you are feeling fed up with being ill and need someone cheerful to talk to?

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