The raw emotion in this piece really touches the heart, especially in the Mexico scene. The way hope is depicted—only to be used as information for someone else—feels like a powerful punch. It captures that heartbreaking moment when a heart stops trying, and it reminds us how honest expression can be so impactful. The admission—'I think I became like you, kinder to strangers than to those closest to me'—shows great self-awareness. It beautifully highlights how we often carry wounds from our family, even as we work to heal them.
Sometimes we spend years trying not to repeat the patterns we grew up with, only to discover pieces of them in ourselves when life becomes difficult. Recognizing those moments takes humility, and writing about them with honesty takes courage.
Thank you again for sharing something so deeply personal. I think your words will give a lot of readers permission to reflect on their own stories. 🤍
I can relate to family you trusted letting you down—it hurts. Somehow, in the end, it makes us stronger—better. But that process is arduous. Thank you for sharing.
This hurt me to read, Odel 🫂 I'm so sorry you've endured this. I do not interact much with one of my younger brothers. I am much like a strict elder sister and there are certain things I cannot condone, more so from my own siblings.
This is painfull to read. Sometimes those we love the most are those willing to disappoint us. That's something I never understood. So sorry you had to go through that.
The raw emotion in this piece really touches the heart, especially in the Mexico scene. The way hope is depicted—only to be used as information for someone else—feels like a powerful punch. It captures that heartbreaking moment when a heart stops trying, and it reminds us how honest expression can be so impactful. The admission—'I think I became like you, kinder to strangers than to those closest to me'—shows great self-awareness. It beautifully highlights how we often carry wounds from our family, even as we work to heal them.
Thank you very much, Jay !
We and our families are more alike than we imagine sometimes
I think that's very true.
Sometimes we spend years trying not to repeat the patterns we grew up with, only to discover pieces of them in ourselves when life becomes difficult. Recognizing those moments takes humility, and writing about them with honesty takes courage.
Thank you again for sharing something so deeply personal. I think your words will give a lot of readers permission to reflect on their own stories. 🤍
Exactly.
Thank you ✨😊
This was so sad, and so powerful, but it is a must read for anyone that is going through strife and struggle.
Damn this was a powerful read. I'm sorry your relationship has been so tumultuous.
Thank you so much. Indeed it was tumultuous and somehow looking back now, it helps me growing a little
I can relate to family you trusted letting you down—it hurts. Somehow, in the end, it makes us stronger—better. But that process is arduous. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you very much, brother. I’m agree with you, they make us stronger and better as long as we can see the patterns.
This hurt me to read, Odel 🫂 I'm so sorry you've endured this. I do not interact much with one of my younger brothers. I am much like a strict elder sister and there are certain things I cannot condone, more so from my own siblings.
Thank you very much, Sattie ! I can relate to that. We may love them but sometimes we may need space
This is painfull to read. Sometimes those we love the most are those willing to disappoint us. That's something I never understood. So sorry you had to go through that.
Thank you very much, Sarah 😊. It's a good thing that you may not understand that indeed 😊
I know the feeling very well, what I can not understand is why…
I understand