I could believe Dad regretted his actions and still choose not to live with him.

I could want him to improve and still need distance.

I put the letter back in its envelope and waited three weeks before responding.

My reply was four sentences long.

“I read what you wrote.

I need you to keep working on yourself without asking me to make you feel better.

I am safe with Aunt Colleen.

I am not ready to visit.”