March 7 2024- The individual shares a personal experience of their estranged mother leaving the family suddenly a decade ago, leaving them to take on significant responsibilities at a young age. The family dynamics were challenging even before the mother’s departure, leading to mixed emotions when she recently returned, citing mental health issues and a desire to be part of their lives again. The narrator expresses anger and disappointment, feeling that an apology does not make up for the challenges they faced in growing up too quickly. The individual is surprised that their father and sister are welcoming the mother back, highlighting complex family dynamics and the need for open communication and potentially seeking professional help to navigate these emotions.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/advice/2024/03/04/carolyn-hax-mom-forgive-abandonment/
