Emotional hurt

[Daddyless]

[Alaskan Daddy]

I know what you are feeling is very real. I know you feel rejection and hurt. But one thing that has not changed is the love you and your husband feel for each other. I hope he has not stopped giving you the care and love that he always has. There is this quote that may help you. 'A rose by any other name would smell as sweet'.

My point is that no matter what pet name you call him, in your heart he is still your daddy and he still loves you as much as when he had you call him daddy.

If I was in your place I know I would be hurting just as much. As a daddy and a father I can understand the struggle he is going through in his heart. Having his kids reject him may be taking is toll in his heart. I would have a sit down with him and tell him your feelings and have him tell you his and not judge each other's feelings. What your husband is feeling may pass through him and he needs your support right now and let him know what he can do to give you the support you need. Over time this may bring you closer. I hope my words help you in any small way. Good luck to both of you

[Alaskan Daddy]

one other thing I wanted to add was this; I think it would help if you can get your husband to articulate why he is bothered when you call him daddy. It might help you to understand what is in his heart. Lots of times we are bothered by something and we really don't know why until we reach into our heart try to understand why.