Not being able to "be there" for my kid. I've missed school activities, teacher conferences, concerts, competitions, meetings, ceremonies. He missed out on so many things because to go to them he needed a ride, and I couldn't do it. I've missed far more than I've managed to attend. He takes it well. Pats me on the shoulder and says "it's ok, Mom, you're sick." But sometimes he can't hide the disappointment.
I do my best, but I still have sadness and guilt for all the parts of being a mom to him that I missed.
