'I'm not going to sacrifice my hobbies just so that she can have a free babysitter.'
can be tricky business; walking a tightrope of doing what you can to nurture your partner’s child, and taking a back seat to their biological parents when necessary.
‘I was only supposed to be a trusted authority figure in case she ever needed anything. I didn’t mind and try my best to respect that boundary. She’s a sweet child anyway and doesn’t cause trouble so it’s not like I have to discipline her. Her father is also a good dad.’ Yet the man explained that he has refused, as he plays golf with his brother and sister every Saturday morning from 8am to 1pm.
The man’s post went on: ‘I told her I’m not going to sacrifice my hobbies just so that she can have a free babysitter.My 25-year-old son couldn't lift his usual weights in the gym - 4 months later he was gone‘For the record, I don’t have anything against Emily. I’ve babysat her before and she’s a good kid.