If you love my child

 If you love my child, I hope you learn what that really means.

It means showing up, even when life feels messy. It means choosing them with your presence, not just your words.

I used to hold space for people who only came around when it was easy. Who disappeared when things got real. But now, I protect my peace. And my child’s.

Family is more than a name. It’s a feeling. It’s safety. It’s consistency.

If you can’t offer that, it’s okay to step back. We will still keep growing. We will still be surrounded by love.

Because I won’t teach my child to chase people who only stay for the sunshine. I’ll teach them they are worthy of being chosen even in the storm.

Always.