Catherine Smith
— I know I should do something about your father, but I married him young and he was the only man in my life. I really don't know how to go on without him, but I want you to know, Madu, that I don't wish this for you and my grandchildren. Your father is a burden that only I have to carry, not you. So if one day you want to move on with your life and my grandchildren, I will give you my full support. Because a mother always wants the best for her children, even if she lives in hell. — I see a look of sadness mixed with emotion in her eyes.
My eyes fill with tears at her words, and I don't understand why she's saying this to me now.
— Mom, why are you saying this? — I ask with a choked voice.
She gives a big smile and says:
— Because it's true, Madu, don't feel tied to m
