I told myself not to take it personally.
That was easier said than done.
Because over the next several years, Emily made it very clear she did not want me in her life.
When Laura and I got married, Emily refused to stand in family photos.
When I drove her to school, she wore headphones the entire ride.
If I tried helping with homework, she’d say:
“I’ll wait for Mom.”
Every birthday card I signed came back unopened.
Every attempt at connection hit a wall.
At first, I kept trying.
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