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Let me start by saying IT'S OK TO FEEL THAT WAY! It is so natural to want to love everything that is him including his son. I've seen all of the responses and agree but wanted to focus on you and tell you it's ok. You're not crazy and it's ok to feel the feelings you have. Blended families are rough and if you guys do take it to another level, it will only get harder but the rewards are much sweeter too. Don't be upset with yourself, give yourself a break. Accept the feeling and move on if you can. I know you just want to love his son as much as you love him. Being a single parent for so long, my guess is you want to help him and mentor. You seem very caring! Remember, life is short, you know how much time is long enough and know yourself enough to know you are important too. Your feelings matter and maybe it's a good time to focus on you and your needs to give him room to sort through his feelings too.