However, I believe you should know now that you are old enough. Feeling a range of emotions, I glanced up at Stephen. His face was full with a sincerity.
I had never seen before, and he seemed so vulnerable as he waited for my response. “Nancy,” he said in a shaky voice, “I wasn’t sure how to tell you.
I apologize for whatever harm my absence may have caused. Since I got back, I’ve tried to put things right every day.
The years of his commitment suddenly made sense. Stephen, you didn’t need to be flawless. You’ve been an excellent father already.
He was shocked, and then tears welled up in his eyes. “I’m grateful, Nancy. It means the world to hear that.
I thought of something. “You know what? As I smiled through my own tears, I added, “Pack a bag.” “This is a father-daughter vacation that we are taking.”
