Unconditional love
I reassured him of my unconditional love and willingness to help. ‘Michael, we’re family. No matter what happens, I’ll always stand by you,’ I said, squeezing his hand.
‘We’ll get through this together.’ His eyes softened, reflecting a flicker of relief. ‘Thanks, Mom. I really needed to hear that,’ he admitted.
I could feel a tiny crack in the wall that had built up between us, and for the first time in months, hope surged through me.