My Grandfather Asked Why I Was Walking With My Baby

spoken to him more than I realized. Sometimes when I tried to tell him I was struggling, he would sound worried but confused.

“Your mom said you’ve been emotional.”

“Your dad told me everyone is helping.”

“Lauren said you don’t want to leave the house much.”

They had been building their version of me in his mind.

Fragile.

Difficult.

Unstable.

I was terrified continue reading …