DD starts middle school in the fall, and I am scared to death.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I remember middle school as the worst years of my life. I was smart but conventionally unattractive, shy and had few friends. I was even attacked in a stairwell (probably attempted sexual assault, but I escaped). And this was in what was considered a great school district.

My daughter starts middle school in the fall and I am terrified for her. She's smart and kind of nerdy - wears glasses as I did. Likes being unconventional. She does have a number of friends though as she has a great personality.

What worked for you or your kids when transitioning? I am willing to get her contact lenses, help her buy a few "cool" clothes.

Thanks!

OP I can't even read all of the replies because I'm so annoyed with you.

You are making your daughter crazy with your anxiety. Just stop it.

Wow.

My daughter doesn't know about any of my feelings.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I remember middle school as the worst years of my life. I was smart but conventionally unattractive, shy and had few friends. I was even attacked in a stairwell (probably attempted sexual assault, but I escaped). And this was in what was considered a great school district.

My daughter starts middle school in the fall and I am terrified for her. She's smart and kind of nerdy - wears glasses as I did. Likes being unconventional. She does have a number of friends though as she has a great personality.

What worked for you or your kids when transitioning? I am willing to get her contact lenses, help her buy a few "cool" clothes.

Thanks!

OP I can't even read all of the replies because I'm so annoyed with you.

You are making your daughter crazy with your anxiety. Just stop it.

Wow.

My daughter doesn't know about any of my feelings.

You walk around "scared to death" (your exact words) and you don't think she picks up on your feelings?

Do you remember being a kid?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I remember middle school as the worst years of my life. I was smart but conventionally unattractive, shy and had few friends. I was even attacked in a stairwell (probably attempted sexual assault, but I escaped). And this was in what was considered a great school district.

My daughter starts middle school in the fall and I am terrified for her. She's smart and kind of nerdy - wears glasses as I did. Likes being unconventional. She does have a number of friends though as she has a great personality.

What worked for you or your kids when transitioning? I am willing to get her contact lenses, help her buy a few "cool" clothes.

Thanks!

OP I can't even read all of the replies because I'm so annoyed with you.

You are making your daughter crazy with your anxiety. Just stop it.

Wow.

My daughter doesn't know about any of my feelings.

You walk around "scared to death" (your exact words) and you don't think she picks up on your feelings?

Do you remember being a kid?

I don't walk around scared to death. These are feelings that are in my head. Are you able to keep thoughts in your head without expressing them? You should try it.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I remember middle school as the worst years of my life. I was smart but conventionally unattractive, shy and had few friends. I was even attacked in a stairwell (probably attempted sexual assault, but I escaped). And this was in what was considered a great school district.

My daughter starts middle school in the fall and I am terrified for her. She's smart and kind of nerdy - wears glasses as I did. Likes being unconventional. She does have a number of friends though as she has a great personality.

What worked for you or your kids when transitioning? I am willing to get her contact lenses, help her buy a few "cool" clothes.

Thanks!

OP I can't even read all of the replies because I'm so annoyed with you.

You are making your daughter crazy with your anxiety. Just stop it.

Wow.

My daughter doesn't know about any of my feelings.

You walk around "scared to death" (your exact words) and you don't think she picks up on your feelings?

Do you remember being a kid?

I don't walk around scared to death. These are feelings that are in my head. Are you able to keep thoughts in your head without expressing them? You should try it.

It's not thoughts that are your issues it is feelings. You are way too worried about your daughter because you had a traumatic experience that you are clearly not over. You don't have to believe this but it would be in your best interest to get a hold of your anxiety before you make your daughter pull away from you. I know you may see this as mean spirited but I assure you I'm trying to do you a favor!