Many of you know I've been separated from my youngest daughter for many years.
It's been so very hard on me and weighed on my heavily for years.
It's been so very hard on me and weighed on my heavily for years.
I finally got to watch her graduate from high school (from afar) four years ago and it was so wonderful to see her, even if I couldn't talk to her and hug her. (She's on the left)
I finally got her phone number about a year and a half ago and have been sending her occasional texts to let her know I'm thinking of her...of to wish her happy birthday or Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, happy spring break...
I knew it was a risk and really hoped it wasn't making her mad or pushing her farther away.
Well, yesterday I texted her inviting her to come join Nick (my son) and me for lunch at a restaurant near her home - knowing full well she wouldn't come, but hoping she knew she was loved and longed for.
And I about drove off the road when she texted me back saying she couldn't come, but would like to meet for lunch sometime soon.
She made me happier than I can remember being in a long, long time.
I love you, Erin!!!!
Sounds like progress is being made. You have been such a patient Mom drawing her with cords of love and patience. Praying that you will get to have that sweet reunion soon.
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