For three years, Gracie prayed for Tyler’s return. She never stopped searching, even as her life improved through yoga and recovery.
When Tyler finally saw his mother again, he was ashamed. “Mom, I don’t deserve your love. I ran away because I didn’t want to care for you. I stole from you and partied, but when the money ran out, my friends left me. Now, I have nothing… I even have AIDS.”
Gracie was stunned but held Tyler’s hand. “Life has punished you enough. Come home, son.” Despite Ricky’s initial anger, the family began to heal. Tyler eventually found work and surprised Gracie with a birthday celebration, showing her he had changed. In tears, he returned the stolen money, vowing to spend whatever time he had left with her.