she told me I wasn’t welcome anymore because, in her eyes, I was playing favorites and treating her children unequally. That broke my heart. I tried to explain my reasoning again—that this wasn’t about favoritism, but rather about my limits. Now, there’s an obvious rift. My son is caught in the middle, trying to keep peace between his wife and his mother. I can see how uncomfortable it’s made things for him, and I feel terrible. Still, I can’t help but feel hurt. I tried to set a respectful boundary,

and now I feel like I’m being punished for it. I love my family, and I never intended to cause pain or division. I want to make things right, but I also don’t want to be forced into something that’s too much for me. How can I navigate this situation without making things worse? Is there a way to repair the relationship while still holding on to my boundaries? Sincerely, Helen“