It's my birthday today, and it's my 40th.

I'm on holiday, in Spain with my 14 year old daughter. I bought a cake and candles as I want to blow candles on my cake. But my daughter is refusing to at least be involved in it. I feel I've been ignored and felt like I am nobody. I'm trying to ignore it, but she is the way she is because of her dad tolerating her behaviour.

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Colonelmustardseed · 36-40

I hope things improve. 😔 Maybe it’s just teen phase stuff; being aloof to their parents.
I hope you have a lovely birthday anyway.

Bittersweet84 · 36-40, F

@Colonelmustardseed I know, I'm trying to understand as much as I can.😢 But sometimes, it made me cry.

Colonelmustardseed · 36-40

@Bittersweet84 It’s an opportunity to show her that, even if she’s ever alone on her own birthday, she can still enjoy the day. 🧡