Yes and no. My father died when I was three, and looking back on it, I don't think my mother ever recovered. She had to work damn hard just to keep my sister and I out of poverty - something I will always be grateful for - but I pretty much grew up on my own. My sister and I are complete polar opposite personalities, so there isn't much commonality. I would do anything for either of them, but honestly, visiting is often more of a chore than anything.
Ultimately though, that has defined what I want for the future. More than anything else, I want to raise a family someday. I missed out on a lot, and wish that I could experience it vicariously through my own children.
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