Linda, Every time I wish that I had more contact with my daughter, I will read a post that makes me remember why I don't. My daughter was so much like your son in that her misery was something that she felt that she should share with me. Of course, all of my suggestions were never taken by her and it left me feeling somewhat used and abused. It may just be that she is biding her time, but she no longer dumps on me with all of her problems and even if she tried she would not get much reaction from me. Sometimes a real long period of time apart (7 and a half months for me) is what is needed to realize that it is much nicer not to have to hear the BS everyday. If that doesn't work try blocking his number from your text messaging (nothing p*sses me off more than hearing problems through a text message, so impersonal). I know that you will be okay. You are a survivor just like me. Hugs, Marle