“Was I wrong for taking that trip? After saving for years, after planning every detail, after dreaming of it for so long, was it really so selfish to choose myself, even once?”
It is not an easy question to answer. Some may say she had every right to honor her commitment to herself after years of sacrifice. Others believe that family must always come first, especially in times of loss.
Lessons for All of Us
For older readers, Sandra’s story carries weight. Many of us know what it feels like to postpone dreams for decades, only to find time slipping away. The desire to finally live life for ourselves becomes stronger with age, especially after years of caregiving and sacrifice.
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