A mother acknowledges her daughter as an adult and takes responsibility for past mistakes. The daughter says this recognition is crucial for her growth as a parent. All three agree that accountability and emotional honesty, even through tears, are signs of strength.
You wanted your mom to see you as an adult and to take accountability.
Absolutely.
She's done both of those things to a degree.
Yes, and I appreciate that a lot.
Can you say that to her?
I very much appreciate it. Like seriously, I really do. I needed this. I feel like it's been stunting my growth as a woman and as a parent, you know? So you coming and saying that, that it's helping me, it is.
Whether you fully believe it or not or whatever. It's done.
The fact that you're saying it and trying, that's helping a lot. Seriously.
That's my baby. I know. What are you crying for? What has happened? 'Cause I love her. I know. And I love my grandson look just like her. And I hate that we don't talk. I hate that she felt like this this whole time.
A man just taught me earlier today, those are tears of strength. And I will give this man credit for the rest of my life.