The Christmas I Finally Chose Myself — And Left My Daughter to Face the Truth

without any pressure or schedule. I bought a simple woven bracelet in shades of blue and green that reminded me of the ocean. I put it on my wrist immediately and loved how it felt—light, beautiful, chosen by me for me.

We spent the afternoon on the beach under a colorful umbrella. Paula read a mystery novel while I simply watched the sea, feeling the continue reading …