It Took a Wedding Speech to Finally See the Truth

Seven years after my parents’ divorce, I still didn’t understand why—until my dad’s wedding.

As the only adopted child, I never felt different growing up. But at the reception, Dad gave a heartfelt speech praising his new wife and stepdaughters. Then he looked at me and said:
“I just hope you’ll be out of my life soon and won’t ruin this marriage like you ruined the last one.”

The room froze. I walked out.

Later, I called Mom. No questions—just comfort, grilled cheese, and the old movie we used to watch. When I asked if I caused the divorce, she told me the truth:
Dad wanted to give up custody of me after having my siblings.

I finally understood. He never wanted me. Not really.

He hasn’t called since. His family calls me dramatic. But I know now: walking away wasn’t wrong—it was necessary.

His failure to love me doesn’t mean I’m unlovable. It just means he didn’t deserve me.

It took that moment to see it clearly—but now I do.