You’ve heard all the horror stories of her bad behavior and bad choices. I’ve talked all about the conflicts and fights and it has painted her in a bad, bad light. And all of that is true, and there really is no excuse at 24 for not taking responsibility for your crap and getting it together but she has had it rough and she’s hurting.
She’s been with me for a couple weeks because she has no place to go and I couldn’t stand leaving her out in the snow. She’s been trying so hard to keep the place neat because she knows what it means to me. She’s trying to keep it mellow and quiet and hasn’t been having her dramatic outbursts that get me so upset. In other words, she’s being thoughtful and considerate.
I’ve been enjoying spending time with her and seeing that she’s still in there, beneath all the bs. I’m sure there will be drama at some point, but until then, I’m enjoying feeling like I have my sweet daughter back.