I don’t know if this will make it easier or if it will be hurtful, but all I can offer is my truth. Which is to say, the man and woman who raised me are the best human beings on the planet. They gave everything they had so I could have a fairy tale-worthy childhood. I was loved and valued and encouraged.” Tears brim in her eyes, but she discreetly blinks them away before they fall. “I hope that brings you some peace.” That’s my girl. So brave and well spoken. No apologizing and no lying. I’m overwhelmed with pride and awe.
