But an apology is the beginning of repairing something, not proof that it has been repaired.”
He nodded.
“I know.”
It was the first time he had said those words without arguing.
The Choice I Made for Myself
Over the following months, Richard continued counseling and made real efforts to change.
He took on more responsibility at home. He stopped making dismissive comments about my work. He began asking my opinion about decisions that affected our finances and family.
Some changes were sincere.
Others were inconsistent.
There were moments when
