Mine
Ian said, returning the hug.
“You were away for too long, my baby.” She murmured, cupping Ian’s face in her hands.
“Mom, I’m fine. I’m right here.” He assured his mom as he wiped her tear stained cheeks with his thumb.
“I know that, but it scares me every time… I’ve tried coping with your dad's absence, then Max's and now I’ll have to cope with yours… it’s too much for me, so forgive me if I can’t hold in my emotions.”