My old aunt’s increasing physical weaknesses are deteriorating the atmosphere at home, gradually alienating her from the rest of the family. After my father died, the relationship between me and my mother became more unintelligible, so I decided to bring the family back together through simple daily conversations with my aunt. These dialogues brought up a stream of emotions and understanding much needed in our family.
My old aunt’s increasing physical weaknesses are deteriorating the atmosphere at home, gradually alienating her from the rest of the family. After my father died, the relationship between me and my mother became more unintelligible, so I decided to bring the family back together through simple daily conversations with my aunt. These dialogues brought up a stream of emotions and understanding much needed in our family.
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