Christine Brown’s heart broke on Sister Wives when she learned her son Paedon plans to move far away. The 25-year-old said he’s moving from Utah to North Carolina. This choice confused and upset Christine.
“Paden is moving to North Carolina. It’s actually rubbish. Why does he need to move as well?” Christine said, her voice breaking. “It’s hard that my kids don’t want to live close to me.”
Paedon just finished his military service. He said the move isn’t only about a new view. “I lost a best friend,” he said quietly, referring to his late brother, Garrison. “She lost a son, and I lost a best friend. I really want to be close to her. I really want to be close to Maddie and Maddie’s kids.”
It’s a heartfelt confession that shows his grief and his need for comfort. He believes he can only find this comfort with his siblings.
Sister Wives: Christine Brown Admits Feeling Like a “Crappy Mom”
The emotional conversation hit Christine hard. She felt inadequate as more of her kids chose to live near Janelle instead of her.
“Sometimes I feel like Janelle is a better mom because they’re choosing to live next to her,” Christine confessed. “I feel like a crappy mom because they’re not choosing me.”
Even with the pain, she found comfort in one thing: her children rely on someone she truly trusts. “Janelle is someone that I trust,” she said. “I trust her influence on Paedon.”
Sister Wives: Fans Defend Christine but Understand Paedon’s Grief
Fans filled the comments with sympathy. They shared their thoughts and showed compassion for both mother and son. One viewer wrote, “It’s comforting to be around people who hurt and grieve someone the same as you.” Another added, “They are searching for the family they used to have. To have that, Maddie is the closest family unit.”
Many fans also empathized with Christine’s sadness. “It will be okay,” one person wrote. “They are close as a family, no matter the distance, they’ll be great.”
Others pointed out that North Carolina offers a much-needed fresh start. “It’s beautiful there,” one user noted. “A new place that doesn’t remind them of trauma but allows them to stay connected to siblings.”
Was Christine Brown too hard on herself or just being honest?
