“I never told you that.”

“He said the boys needed a clean start and that visiting would upset them.”

“You had my address.”

“I know.” Her voice cracked.

“I let his explanation stand because challenging him would have made things uncomfortable.”

I thought about how many adults had chosen comfort over two small boys waiting for cards in the mail.

“I can’t tell you how they will feel about seeing you,” I said.

“They’re old enough to decide.”