My chest tightened—not with anger, but with the realization that my decisions, even with the best intentions, had affected him more than I imagined. This day wasn’t about old conflicts; it was about him.
He continued, “When I walked across that stage, I wanted everyone who supports me to be there. Seeing Dad alone made me feel something was missing. I didn’t say anything because I didn’t want an argument. Today reminded me that love doesn’t have to be limited to one person.”
