I Can’t Blame These Parents

Unsplash — Gadiel Lazcano

I know that it’s very easy for me to say but I don’t blame parents who leave their children.

I understand that there are many setbacks in life that throw all of us off.

I am often in and out of employment.

I know how it is to not be able to get on with others at work and to leave the job as a result.

I see a grim view daily.

When I am upset, I want to be alone; I may want to be on my own for extended periods.

I don’t think there is anything wrong with some parents who can’t keep stable employment.

It’s hard to be okay.

I don’t think that parents who give up and walk away from their helpless children are bad. Having children doesn’t necessarily turn someone into a responsible and self-sacrificing person.

I don’t excuse those parents who harm their children or get into drunken states because I understand the extent of their depression.

I know how it is to come upon one fence after another and see no way of climbing over them.

I have been unhappy for long periods. I can’t get better on a daily basis.

I frequently don’t feel like doing anything.