Took a huge risk tonight and emailed with my younger brother whom I have not communicated in years. It felt awkward and was difficult.
My emails told him how proud I am for his educational choices along with hard work and dedication helped his career. In addition, I showed him pictures of my home painted in his alma mater colors.
Truthfully, I have no idea of his response. Fixing in things that have occurred years ago is a journey that won’t be easy. Plus, finding work as well.
Thank you,
Leslie Elizabeth David.
PS. He gave me a short positive message back. Grateful. Very small steps to climb a steep hill.
The Magnificent Modern Mature Woman 
Leslie, I really felt this. Sibling relationships can be complicated because we all see the world through different “viewfinders” shaped by our experiences—and sometimes trauma. That can cloud what the other person is really trying to say, and we end up married to the feelings instead of balancing feeling with thinking. Respect for taking the risk and reaching out. I hope it opens a door for you.
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Thank you. Me too. Your words said it all.
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