I felt tired.
And sad.
But for the first time in years, I no longer felt responsible for solving every problem in my son’s life.
Over the following weeks, Brandon and Melissa began facing the expenses they’d avoided for so long.
They returned the vehicles as their arrangements ended.
They replaced them with more affordable transportation.
Their country club membership expired.
Several unnecessary household services were canceled.
They contacted their mortgage lender and examined their housing options.
Melissa became more involved in managing their finances. TrackInvestments
Brandon’s business continued operating, but he could no longer hide its financial problems behind my support.
There were difficult conversations.
Disappointments.
And moments when he became angry.
I answered his calls when he spoke respectfully.
When he raised his voice, I ended the conversation.
I wasn’t trying to punish him.
I was establishing boundaries we’d needed for years.
Susan continued helping me protect my assets.
