Thank you for not being around

Thank you for letting me see how amazing my mother is

Thank you for making me feel as though something was missing

Thank you for not being there.

Thank you for making it harder for my mother my sister and I

Thank you for every time I have to see my mother struggling

Thank you for not being around.

Thank you for making me feel unwanted – as though I was unworthy of your love.

Thank you for knowing that you’re a father and not caring.

Thank you for not being there.

Thank you for not contributing any of your time; money and affection.

Thank you for the confused feelings I have towards you.

Thank you for not being around.

Thank you for making me into the person I am today

A daughter who doesn’t need a father like you anyway.