He never loved me,
though I know how hard he tried.
He was a good man,
sewn tight with pride.
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This is so lovely, esp. since you acknowledge the difficulty a step-parent has to face in raising another's child. I'm pretty sure he loved you in his way. I still think they are the true parent though, the raising of a child is no mean feat. You accomplished much in this succinct offering. HG: -) xx
it's what you don't say that brings a tear. A succinct honest write. 'Sewn tight with pride' is brilliant. You share your story with great skill and more than a little compassion. love, Allie ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥
yes, it takes us awhile to make peace with our past and the people who wre part of it...but when we do, we finally start to heal! much love from germany! u.