“You’re still my mother, and I’m going to help you. I don’t want you to be like this, you still have a life to live.”

“I never thought you would be as strong as you are today.” Meredith sighed. “I guess you would get the strength from your father.”  Shane smiled softly. “I know I wasn’t a good mother to you, but I tried my best to give you what you needed. I’ve overdosed so many times and blessed to be alive. When you were born, I knew that I a responsibility and an opportunity to do something right in life. I guess it didn’t work out as I planned because I ended up back on drugs and doing things for money. Your father gave the name Shane that was the only thing he gave you. Your father left us, and we were alone. I never wanted that for you. I wanted you to have a big family that was full of love and happiness. I was the reason why you never saw that, and I’m sorry that I put your through hell. I know I’m late to say I’m sorry, but it’s a start.” Shane sniffed and dropped her head. She wiped the tears away and looked back up at her mother.

“Mom, I forgiven you a long time ago, and I want you to be a part of my life. I don’t want you out here on the streets. You’re better than that. I want you to know I do have that big family full of love and happiness. My friends were and still my family till this day. They’re the ones that help me get back on my feet. They’re the reason why I’m still alive. I always wondering and prayed if I would ever see you again. I guess there is a God.” Shane chuckled softly. “When you completed your stay, I’ll be waiting for behind those doors. You walk out, and you’ll see me waiting.” Meredith wiped the tears rolling down her cheeks and smiled.

“I love you Shan bear.” Shane smiled and got out of her chair. Meredith stood up, and Shane wrapped her arms around her mother. She cried softly in her shoulder and held her tight.

“I love you too.” Meredith kissed Shane’s cheek and rubbed her back. Shane pulled away and wiped the tears. “I’ll see you soon.” Meredith nodded. Shane turned around and walked away. She turned around and waved at her mother. Meredith waved back. Shane turned back around and walked out of the room.