Letting go........

That's the hardest thing.  I thought that my "control" issues were behind me.  And in a way they are.  Replaced by desire to do the right thing in any circumstance.  To love unconditionally.  But (there is always a "but!") .....I do get frustrated when my good intentions and generosity are unappreciated.  So that comes down to motive...if my motives are pure then appreciation isn't necessary.  So the challenge is to offer what I have...no pretense...no manipulation...and let God handle the response.  Letting go.  I have to.  For the health of my marriage and for myself.  They are all grown children...all have children of their own.  i have to let go.