I tried to explain that these were meant to be ways to help her integrate and bond with us, not barriers.
But now, everything feels off-balance.
My husband is angry and says I should have welcomed her without any stipulations. My kids are caught in between, and my stepdaughter won’t speak to me.
I’m really torn. Were my expectations too rigid, or was I just trying to make our home work for everyone involved?
More importantly, how do I repair the damage without making things worse?
Sincerely,
Nicole
