The Message From My Son That Forced An Impossible Choice – The Archivist

Too present. I need some independence.”

I felt like I’d been slapped. “Too involved? Rebecca, I just help when you need—”

“That’s the problem,” she interrupted. “You’re always here. Always offering to help. Always showing up. I can’t breathe.”

“I’m your mother. I love you. I want to—”

“I know what you want.” Her voice got harder. “You want to be needed.continue reading …