As usual you articulate yourself so well, it is not surprising therefore that you are now writing a novel. Draft as many drafts as you need to tell the story that you want. Telling an interesting story is not something just anyone can do, I believe you can Deb. May the universe shine kindly on you at this festive time and going forward. Best, Shelley
Yes, exactly. I would say a degree of healing comes upon the recognition that it was unintentional. Also, through saying those words to them as an adult and finally hearing them in return.
"Just being told “I love you” isn’t highly effective without the actions of loving to back those words up and demonstrate their meaning."
I had parents who did many things that were clearly demonstrative of their love, yet they never said those 3 words to me and I desperately craved to hear them.
And in my case, that particular lack was damaging.
As usual you articulate yourself so well, it is not surprising therefore that you are now writing a novel. Draft as many drafts as you need to tell the story that you want. Telling an interesting story is not something just anyone can do, I believe you can Deb. May the universe shine kindly on you at this festive time and going forward. Best, Shelley
Yes, exactly. I would say a degree of healing comes upon the recognition that it was unintentional. Also, through saying those words to them as an adult and finally hearing them in return.
"Just being told “I love you” isn’t highly effective without the actions of loving to back those words up and demonstrate their meaning."
I had parents who did many things that were clearly demonstrative of their love, yet they never said those 3 words to me and I desperately craved to hear them.
And in my case, that particular lack was damaging.