Mom Called Me Damaged at My Sister’s Baby Shower

Dad.

I ignored it.

Then a text.

Please call. Your mother is spiraling. Chloe is upset. We need to talk.

We.

That word annoyed me.

He meant I needed to make things easier.

Then Chloe texted.

I don’t know what to say. They’re beautiful. I’m sorry I didn’t stop Mom. I want to talk when you’re ready.

I stared at that one longer.

It did not demand. It did not excuse.continue reading …