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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]What a horribly narcissistic post.[/quote]

Disagree.
OP is laying bare her vulnerability. She knows she shouldn’t be envious or feeling left out but kind of can’t help it.

OP, I’ve been there and I will share with you something I read that really helped—-a daughter’s relationship with her dad is the single most pivotal relationship that will guide her in choosing a mate. Assuming your DH is an all-around great guy, you should consciously do everything you can to fight against that slight tinge of jealousy and encourage this relationship. Both ways. Build him up in her eyes. Praise your husband verbally for how he connects with her. Take note of your tone if you mention to him these behaviors you shared in your post. These are GOOD things. Shelve your envy and embrace the wonderful news that is the daddy/daughter bond that is shared by the two people you love most. In short, this isn’t about you. It just isn’t. Tell that to yourself and repeat. You are not in competition for your only child’s love. It’s an “and” kind of love…not a zero sum game. Your relationship with each of them stands on its own. [/quote]

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