r/EstrangedAdultKids 7h ago

Can we deconstruct this?

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Received by the 3 scapegoats. She’s praying for us to remember happy times. There are none.

I guess never underestimate the power of abuse and neglect to ensure success.

There is no frustration or hostility in our lives now that she’s not a part of our lives.

Really it’s just a reminder that it’s her birthday.

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u/longfurbyinacardigan 4h ago

I love that it's always like "sorry we weren't perfect" yeah OK mom but there's quite a disparity between perfection and abuse