For the past 20 years I have add a rather strainful relationship with my intire family, encluding the extended family.  I would only see my parents and brothers for maybe two to three hours a year.  Just long enough for a meal.  Then they would leave for another year.  I have had very little contact if any with my exstended family since I got out of high school.  The last time I saw them was at my gramdothers 85 th birthday party.  And that was 5 years ago.

So last week sunday I emailed my family and told them things must change if they still want to be part of my life.  I told them that they must start showing more interest in me and what I do.  I told them they must start supporting me and my dreams and plans for my future.  I told them that I would give them just one month to start showing interest in me and what I plan for my future.

Now almost a week has gone by since I sent them the email.  None of my family members have replied by email or called by phone.  I guess since I was adopted I was never really part of the family.  So I should not expect too much from them.  They don't even talk to their friends or co workers about me.  They have not introduced me to any of their friends.

So I'm just about ready to just give up on them altogther and say I have no family.  But I should give them atleast to the end of June before acting in such a manner.

:-(

I really feel for you. I don't have the greatest relationship with my family either. I guess sometimes it's important to remember that though you can choose your friends, you can't really choose your family. From what you have said here, you may be better off without them. But I understand your not wanting it to be that way. Hugs to you and good luck in all you do.