A Mother’s Struggle: Reconnecting with a Lost Daughter

A woman divorced her unfaithful husband, losing custody of her daughter, Kelly. Despite her ex-husband’s wealth and support from her family, she stood firm in her decision. Over the years, Kelly believed her mother was the villain due to negative portrayals from her father and extended family.
Years later, Kelly, now 21 and struggling financially, reached out to her mother. Although hurt that Kelly only wanted money for college, the woman agreed to help, but with one condition: Kelly must disavow her inheritance in her mother’s will. The woman intended to leave her estate to Laura, her goddaughter, who had become like family. This decision caused tension with relatives, but the woman wanted to ensure that any future relationship with Kelly was genuine, not based on money.