Memories and Hope

This weekend reminded me how healing is possible, even in relationships once marked by distance and pain.

Not long ago, I sat with a father and son who were clearly struggling. Misunderstandings and past choices had driven a wedge between them. As I listened, I couldn’t help but reflect on my own journey with my older son. We, too, had gone through a difficult season; one filled with conflict, hurt, and long silences. It wasn’t easy, but over time, love found its way back. My relationships with all my sons are now filled with connection and peace. That’s why I believe healing is possible, not just for me, but for the father and son I met, and for countless others, also. It has taken time, patience, perseverance, and prayer. Today, I love every conversation and visit we have.

That hope was deepened this weekend when my sister came to visit. It had been almost two years since we had one-on-one time. She’s a few years older, with memories of our grandparents and early family life that differ from mine. As we flipped through old photo albums, we laughed, cried, and filled in the missing pieces of each other’s stories. There’s something sacred about old photographs, they unlock forgotten moments and remind us of stories that separate and heal. I call it a trip down memory lane.

I grew up in a family of six siblings, three boys and three girls, spanning twelve years. Like most families, we had our share of rivalries, but we were rooted in love. Our parents weren’t perfect, but they gave us what mattered most: belonging.

Today, only two sisters and I remain. We don’t gather often, but when we do, it’s a reminder of the bond we still share. I know not all families experience that kind of connection, but I also know it’s never too late to reach out.

Even if things are broken, peace can still grow. Healing may take time, but it begins with one small step. The door to restoration may be closer than you think.

Watch for the blind spots.

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