Someday I hope to be the person my daughter thinks I am:

[Anonymous]

My oldest daughter and I have had a rather difficult relationship for many years. For my birthday, she sent a card which nothing but praise for the person she thinks I am and the skills that I have. She is a wonderful and caring person---I'm so glad she is my daughter and that we both hung in there, tho it was difficult.

[Anonymous]

This is sweet, OP. I hope you are what your daughter says.

If you aren't at all or aren't trying, then please be honest with her. I mean this in the most sincere way with no snark.

[Anonymous]

That's great! Reminds us all that difficult times can just be a phase, and that change is always possible, as long as we work for it and are open to it.

[Anonymous]

I hope you told your daughter exactly that- It would probably mean so much for her to hear you acknowledge that.

[Anonymous]

Personally I hate gushing praise, but if your daughter really meant it, then that's really heartwarming after all you've been through together.

[Anonymous]

Thank you for showing us it can work!