My DD was in the PICU last week because of her metabolic disorder. I called my mom to let her know the afternoon after we got there at 3 am. She did not come to the hospital to see us, but did call the next afternoon when we were getting discharged. SHe did not call again the entire weekend. I call my p's today about our plans to take them to dinner this weekend (plans we made a while ago) and yes, she asked about DD--BUT she went on and on about my second cousin's children, three of whom are getting their tonsils out next week. She talked to the children's grandmother (my great Aunt) and proceeded to tell me how worried she must be, tonsils are really a big deal, etc. WTF??!! I didn't get anywhere near that amount of support when DD was in the hospital. My feelings are so hurt right now I can hardly keep from crying.

My mom just seems to check out of my life whenever it gets complicated...