dad left at 19

Story 7

Growing up, my mom’s best friend was always around. Turns out she wasn’t just a friend—she was my mom’s girlfriend.

My parents were married until my father passed away, but their relationship had never been romantic. My dad had needed help with his business, and my mom had wanted a child. Their marriage was more of a contract than a relationship—they even slept in separate rooms.

I didn’t put the pieces together until I was in my 20s.

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Story 8