Teen daughter disowns mother in favor of cheating dad – years later she comes back begging
After I divorced my cheating husband, my daughter remained with him and refused to see me. Years later, she came back to ask me to pay for her tuition. How should I respond after she ignored me for so many years?
I’ve spent countless nights wondering where I went wrong, but her request has reopened old wounds. Part of me wants to say no, to protect my heart from further pain. Yet, another part sees a daughter who might finally be reaching out, even if her timing feels unfair. I’m torn between setting boundaries and offering forgiveness.
Should I ask her why she chose him over me all those years? Or should I demand an apology before considering her request? Maybe I could suggest a conversation first, to understand her perspective and share mine. Tuition is a big ask, but rebuilding trust might be worth more. What would you do if you were in my shoes? I need advice—how do I navigate this without losing myself again?
