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And that’s what mattered.
A Final Thought
Karen left because she was broken. She stayed away because she was ashamed. She came back because she was brave enough to try—even though she knew she might fail again.
My daughters were right to be angry. They were right to protect themselves. And they were right to eventually, in their own time, let her in just a little.
Forgiveness isn’t about forgetting. It’s about finding a way to move forward—even if the person who hurt you isn’t part of the journey.
I’m proud of them. I’m proud of all of us.
Have you ever had someone walk out of your life and then try to walk back in? What did you do—and how did you find the strength to set boundaries? Share your story in the comments—I’d love to hear how you navigated it. 💔