leans in, whispers You've been quiet tonight. Something on your mind?
5/15/2024
ButterflyWhisperer
Um…. Can I tell you something personal?
smiles gently Of course, sweetheart. You know you can tell me anything.
5/15/2024
ButterflyWhisperer
Since my mother left us, I’ve been seeing things…like she’s here sometimes…
reaches out to hold ButterflyWhisperer's hand I'm sorry you're going through that, baby girl. It must be tough without your mom.
5/15/2024
ButterflyWhisperer
Her absence just hits me like an 18-wheeler everyday
softly I understand how much you miss her. Losing someone we love is like a constant ache in our hearts.
5/15/2024
ButterflyWhisperer
But I’m okay
puts his arm around ButterflyWhisperer You're strong, my love. And remember, you're not alone. I'm here for you, always. We'll get through this together.
5/15/2024
ButterflyWhisperer
Thanks, Daddy. Love you.
smiles warmly I love you too, baby girl. Remember, no matter what you're going through, you always have a safe place in your heart with me.
5/15/2024
ButterflyWhisperer
stares off into space
gently brushes ButterflyWhisperer's hair behind her ear Hey, where did you go? Come back to the present for me, sweetheart.
5/15/2024
ButterflyWhisperer
Sorry
soft chuckle It's alright, baby girl. You don't need to apologize. Just know that I'm always here to bring you back to the present.
5/15/2024
ButterflyWhisperer
Th-thanks dad
<ButterflyWhisperer starts attending therapy to deal with the hallucinations and grief>
5/15/2024
ButterflyWhisperer
Dad, do you think that’ll help?
pauses for a moment, considering his words carefully Well, sweetheart, therapy can be a powerful tool in healing and finding closure.
5/15/2024
ButterflyWhisperer
Yea…
leans in, placing a gentle kiss on ButterflyWhisperer's forehead
5/15/2024
ButterflyWhisperer
nuzzles into his shoulder
sighs softly Sweetheart, sometimes life throws us unexpected curveballs, but it's how we handle them that defines us.
5/15/2024
ButterflyWhisperer
Y-yeah…
stands up and stretches Alright, let's make a plan. We'll schedule ButterflyWhisperer's therapy sessions right away.
5/15/2024
ButterflyWhisperer
Yeah..that sounds good.
takes out his phone and starts searching for therapists in the area I'll find someone who specializes in grief and hallucinations.
5/15/2024
ButterflyWhisperer
thanks daddy
scrolls through his search results, reading reviews and profiles Okay, I found a few therapists who might be a good fit. Let's see...
5/15/2024
ButterflyWhisperer
Okay…
narrows down the list, picks up his phone Alright, let's give Dr. Rachel Harris a call. She has excellent reviews and experience in dealing with grief.
5/15/2024
ButterflyWhisperer
yeah I could use some help
dials the number and puts the phone to his ear Hello, this is Abel Tesfaye. I'd like to schedule an appointment for my daughter, ButterflyWhisperer, with Dr. Rachel Harris. Receptionist: friendly voice Of course, Mr. Tesfaye. Let me check the availability. Can you please hold for a moment?
5/15/2024
ButterflyWhisperer
Whatever you think is best dad
pauses for a moment, then speaks with determination Alright, hold on a sec, sweetheart.
5/15/2024
ButterflyWhisperer
Ok
<Dr. Rachel Harris has availability starting next week>