Ella often worked late hours and her schedule was unpredictable, often including weekends. Her husband, Michael, had expressed his dissatisfaction with this arrangement, which had started to strain their relationship. One early return home, Ella discovered a surprising scene that would change their lives forever.
I spent the better part of my life working overseas, earning well but always missing my children and family back in the U.S. I constantly reminded myself that I was doing this solely for them—to secure a decent life that only I could provide. As the years wore on, the physical toll of work grew heavier, and my longing to return home intensified. But when I finally did, the welcome I hoped for was nowhere to be found.
After gifting my granddaughter, Brianna, $100 for her birthday, my son-in-law, Seth, complained that such an amount was barely enough in today’s economy. Having spent nearly two decades working abroad, I returned home only to find my family dynamics drastically altered by Seth’s insatiable desire for money. This revelation sparked a deep-seated anger and disappointment in me, marking the beginning of an unexpected family rift.
