Betty, my mother-in-law, was a difficult person who never seemed to accept me. But after she died, I found out a shocking truth that would never be the same again.
I came home from a trip to find a strange box on my door with the words “For Maddie” written on it. When you’re by yourself, be open. From Betty with love.” I was shocked by the note because Betty had never told me she loved me before.
I opened the box and found a sweet letter and cash in an envelope. The letter showed how Betty really felt and how worried she was about my marriage. She said she was sorry for being distant and that she admired my kindness and promise.
Betty’s letter showed me a terrible truth: my husband cheated on me and abused me emotionally. She had known for a long time that he was lying and wanted me to leave the bad relationship. I decided to take charge of my life and go after my dreams after reading the letter.
With Betty’s help, I got the courage to talk to my husband about it and later filed for divorce. The money she left me helped me start over and follow my dream of becoming a baker. When I opened a bakery called “Betty’s Blessing,” it stood for hope and a fresh start.
After a year, my shop was doing well, and I was happy. I saw that Betty’s gift to me was more than just the money or the letter. It was her love and support that she had always wanted to give me. You could still see her in my shop, and I always thanked her for freeing me.
In the end, I learnt that things we don’t expect can sometimes make our lives better in the most beautiful ways.
