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Diane Love (St Petersburg FL)'s avatar

I’m sorry you suffered her abuse and watched your siblings suffer as well. Generational abuse and pain haunt our human history. You survived and succeeded despite her, I hope that gives some comfort, it’s a true victory.

My only child died from complications from type 1 diabetes at 26 in 1994. Now with my own mother gone, this is a very tender day. Most holidays are a double edged sword for many of us. The walking wounded are everywhere, something I try to remember as I encounter difficult people.

I send love from my broken Mother’s heart to your broken ‘child within’ heart Tom. You are not only a survivor, but, a warrior for good.

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JDinTX's avatar

Tender day, for so many, on both sides of the generational divide

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