“You Never Have to Earn My Love”: A Father’s Lesson in Unconditional Love
When my fiancé Adrian moved in with his seven-year-old daughter, Amila, I was genuinely excited. She was smart, thoughtful, and wise beyond her years. Every morning, she woke up early to cook breakfast—pancakes, eggs, even fresh juice. She folded laundry, tidied the house, and even pressed her father’s clothes. At first, it seemed sweet—like she was just trying to help. But over time, something didn’t feel right.
One morning, I watched her standing on a stool, flipping pancakes with practiced ease. Gently, I asked, “Why do you do all this every morning?”
Her answer stopped me cold.
“Daddy said if a woman doesn’t cook and clean, no one will love her. I don’t want him to stop loving me.”
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