Sort of a rant, mostly a rant.. just feeling a bit hurt..
I questioned posting this but after reading more posts I felt like I should…
Some history, I have endometriosis and other health issues that cause me pain daily. By brother has one child (with a few issues as well and they also lost one with birth defects)
With this info to take in obviously I never want children.
I forgot what brought on this convo but my father said he asked (I know I know…) the magic 8 ball we have if they would have another grandchild.
The reply was “count on it”
I said chuckling but serious “magic 8 ball? bro and sis in law do not need another right now. Niece is already too much for them”
He then replies “doesn’t mean your brother it could mean you”
I told him “dad that’s a bit messed up you know I don’t want kids”
(Bingo) “you could change your mind”
Then another moment:
Waiting in line for something we talked about this couple we saw who had an adorable wiener dog and a special stroller/bag for it.
Dad: “They must not have children then”
“No, they didn’t so they focused on their doggy. :)”
“Oh god. My FUrr BaBY. If anyone says to me they have a fur baby or that their pets are their children I’ll punch them in the nose”
Then just yesterday: had two of my SWEET FUR BABIES spayed.
I made a comment to the cats as we were going back home “I’m sorry sweeties, hey but you’re living my dream”
He made a disgusted noise and changed the subject fast…
Should I say something to him? Or do I just let it slide?
He used to be so supportive.. ? Maybe I’m reading too much into it?
Side note: he’s also so sad about the loss of my nephew, fine no judgement but he constantly is sad my brother doesn’t have a SON. I explain he has his daughter that’s important to.. :/