Apology Letters to Daughter.
Rebuilding Bonds After Long Absence

I need to apologize for not being the grandmother you deserve over the past years. I recognize that my absence has created a distance between us, and I regret that I haven’t been present in your lives as I should have been. When I moved away, it was to care for your grandfather during a really challenging time, and I poured everything into that responsibility. I became so consumed with those obligations that I lost sight of the importance of staying connected with you and the rest of the family. It breaks my heart to realize that I’ve missed so many moments and milestones in your lives, and I understand if it feels like I’m a stranger to you now. I’m truly sorry for not reaching out more, for not making the effort to bridge that gap. I want to change that. I want to get to know you both and be a part of your lives moving forward, however that looks. I’m committed to finding ways to connect, whether it’s through regular phone calls, visits, or just being more available in general. I understand if you need time to process this or if you’re hesitant to let me back in. Just know that I’m here, ready to listen and willing to do whatever it takes to rebuild our relationship. I hope we can start from here and see where it takes us.