For The Evenings That Felt Safe

Mom, I think about those evenings at home when you and Greg were cooking dinner and everything just felt comfortable and settled. Nothing dramatic had to happen. I could just be there, safe and sound, while dinner came together and the house felt like home.

I did not know to name that feeling when I was younger. Now I understand how much it matters to give someone a place where their body can relax and their heart does not have to be on guard. You gave me that in so many ordinary ways.

I hope today gives a little of that steadiness back to you as you keep healing and taking things day by day. I love you very much.