My Dear Daughter
We have been estranged for so long. In some ways I feel so very sorry for you. in other ways, I feel angry. How can you be so smart and still innocent?
Tonight I felt like a teenager, my heart raced wondering if you would answer the phone. When you did I was able to express my gratitude, and offer you a gift. I’m glad I prepared you and your family with the offer ahead of time, and I’m glad they encouraged you to accept. Never has giving meant so much to me. I feel foolish. I know I have NO clue what I got for my 13th bday. I just want you to know that I love you.Even if I do not like your step family. They are good to you. I do my best to remember that you are in safe hands, even if they are a bit selfish. They don know how to care for other people. I hope someday you will see the difference and recognize both the strength and weaknesses in all of us. All of us doing what is our best, for your safety and health. And of course hoping you will turn out to be better, stronger, and more resilient and joyful.
Tonight I felt like a teenager, my heart raced wondering if you would answer the phone. When you did I was able to express my gratitude, and offer you a gift. I’m glad I prepared you and your family with the offer ahead of time, and I’m glad they encouraged you to accept. Never has giving meant so much to me. I feel foolish. I know I have NO clue what I got for my 13th bday. I just want you to know that I love you.Even if I do not like your step family. They are good to you. I do my best to remember that you are in safe hands, even if they are a bit selfish. They don know how to care for other people. I hope someday you will see the difference and recognize both the strength and weaknesses in all of us. All of us doing what is our best, for your safety and health. And of course hoping you will turn out to be better, stronger, and more resilient and joyful.
