I’m sorry for all the ways I’ve failed you
I’m sorry for all the times I yelled instead of listened
I’m sorry for all the times I’ve made you feel less than our unloved
I’m sorry for all the times I’ve played the role of dictator
I’m sorry for all the times I’ve manipulated you into the behavior I wanted to see
There’s no rule book
There are too many rule books
There are too many opinions
Gut instinct doesn’t always help
The lessons / wisdom earned with one child doesn’t always apply with another
Parenting doesn’t come naturally to everyone
I hope you know that I love you.
I hope you know I am here for you, and no matter what happens we can get through it together.
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