Bridging the gap
To help bridge the gap, my husband suggested a family gathering to explain our side and listen to theirs. It felt like the logical next step, so we all took a deep breath and agreed. ‘Maybe if everyone hears it all at once, it will make more sense,’ he replied, his voice steady. I nodded, feeling slightly more hopeful. We needed to discuss the issues honestly if we were to heal the scars and go forward.
Bridging The Gap
Planning a dinner
We organized a dinner in our house, and most of the near relatives eventually, but reluctantly, decided to attend. The night of the dinner, there was a distinct sense of excitement and nervousness in the air. My husband and I set the table and prepared the food, attempting to keep our nerves under control. As family arrived, I sensed both hesitancy and a hint of openness. This was an important step in understanding and potentially repairing our fractured family.
Planning A Dinner
