Toulle
Lovin' The Homestead
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I sure would like some feedback on this.
My family is, at best, lukewarm to any of my projects and ideas on self-sufficiency. DW has expressed her support, but nothing more than that. She always praises every project I embark on - praises them too much. I am feeling rather patronized, to be honest.
DS18 is totally passive resistant, and simply walks away and does not participate in any thing I am trying to do.
DW16 is a bit more unpredictable. She will sometimes help with garden or such, but refuses to come out of her comfort zone.
When it comes to teaching them skills, neither ever shows much interest.
To be honest, I am not all that concerned if they get into it or not. The problem I have is that I am trying to do things that will help all of us, and quite frankly I am starting to really resent the kids just expecting a free ride off my work.
My family is, at best, lukewarm to any of my projects and ideas on self-sufficiency. DW has expressed her support, but nothing more than that. She always praises every project I embark on - praises them too much. I am feeling rather patronized, to be honest.
DS18 is totally passive resistant, and simply walks away and does not participate in any thing I am trying to do.
DW16 is a bit more unpredictable. She will sometimes help with garden or such, but refuses to come out of her comfort zone.
When it comes to teaching them skills, neither ever shows much interest.
To be honest, I am not all that concerned if they get into it or not. The problem I have is that I am trying to do things that will help all of us, and quite frankly I am starting to really resent the kids just expecting a free ride off my work.