This archive report was first published on 20 December 2019.
Published on December 20, 2019, a woman shared her story of a complicated relationship with her father, who was only present in her life for 11 years before things went sour.
Despite his attempts to reconnect, she feels no need to build a relationship with him, but is haunted by the fear of what would happen if they never resolved their issues.
Her mother's pain and the disrespect her father showed her are also a significant part of her reluctance to reconnect.
One reader suggested that talking to her father could bring closure, even if it's not the outcome she desires.
However, the scars left by her father's actions can be difficult to shed, but ultimately, they only hurt herself.
