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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]The divorce forces the children into a caregiving role that would otherwise be undertaken by a spouse.  At least that's what my parents' divorce has done for me.

Even in a miserable marriage, there's someone to cal 911 if you fall down.[/quote]

My DH husband parents have been divorced a long time. Right now his mom is really ill and all the burden has been placed on her all kids. She milks it too. My parents have been married over fifty years and live in a wonderful 65 an older community. The difference is like night and day.  I feel sorry for my spouse. It sucks.

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Op here: how do you manage? [/quote]

I really have no control over the situation. We have a good income and we help pay for nursing care. Some siblings help out more than others. I learned to keep my mouth shut. It is stressful on our marriage and sad to say but I hope my MIL does not live much longer. It is such a shame since my parents have always saved money. It is hard not to be resentful. I did start therapy on my own just so I could vent to someone outside my circle.

Good luck. [/quote]

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