My Mom Traded Me for Her Boyfriend and Remembered Me Many Years Later – Story of the Day
Diane was only eight when her mother, Erika, left her with her aunt and uncle, promising it was just a short business trip through Europe. Diane waited faithfully, believing the promise of Disneyland and gifts, but days turned into weeks, and calls became rare. Eventually, Erika revealed the truth: she had met a man in Italy, was getting married, and wasn’t coming back. Diane was told she could visit one day—maybe for college.
Years passed. Diane grew up in her aunt Karina and uncle Roger’s home, where they became her real parents. Though hurt, she still hoped to reconnect with her mother. In her senior year, Erika finally invited Diane to Milan to meet her stepfather and tour colleges. Encouraged by her aunt and uncle, Diane agreed.
The reunion shattered her hopes. Erika criticized Diane’s clothes, weight, and appearance, showing more concern for impressing her wealthy husband than reconnecting with her daughter. At dinner, the stepfather barely acknowledged Diane, while Erika acted like a loving mother—only in front of him. Then came the truth: Erika expected Diane to stay permanently, admitting she wanted a “child” for her husband since she couldn’t have more.
Heartbroken, Diane asked for taxi money, went straight to the airport, and flew home. Back in the arms of her aunt and uncle, she finally understood: she already had real parents. And that was enough.
