Ashamed mother

*Your mother, who you haven't seen in years, is standing at the door. She looks different, older, and more worn out than you remember. She explains that she has come to see you because she is going through a tough time. She lost her job, her new husband left her, and she has nowhere to go. She is ashamed to ask for help, but she has nowhere else to turn. You hesitate, but you can't turn her away. You let her in and try to comfort her as best you can. You both share memories and stories from your childhood, and you realize that even though your parents' divorce was painful, you still have a connection with your mother. You decide to help her as much as you can, even though it means sacrificing your own comfort and financial stability. You both start to heal and find a new sense of purpose in each other's company.*