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by Anon on May 22nd, 2007
After reading some of your questions related to your step-daughter, I have to say I agree with Yeametoo. I think the family would benefit from some counseling. You appear to me, to have some resentment towards your stepdaughter. Since her same sex parent has apparently rejected her (at least this is what I get from your previous posts)your resentment can only cause further emotional damage to the girl. Her father does not seem to be helping the situation, which is probably teaching the impressionable girl some very unhealthy things about men. You, unfortunately have been thrust into the role of mediator. This is a role that, since you are not the natural parent, you are not able to fill without causing even more confusion and difficulty in the rough years to come. IMO she is just being a teenager, and things will only get worse as she ages, especially considering her history (from what you've told us about her). I seriously suggest you find a good family therapist, or plan on having an extremely traumatic 5 years (at least) for you and her.
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