"Did it again. Feel like crap, y'know?"
why do you beat your son?
He won't listen, Doug! He's just like his father! Always disobedient! throws hands up in frustration We've tried everything!
I sigh why would you punish him for something he can't control? his father is not even in the picture
"He's got anger issues, Doug. The doctor said so. We've tried everything to control it." looks down, feeling guilty
have you tried getting him some help? like therapy or something?
Yeah, we've thought about it. But it's so damn expensive! And health insurance doesn't cover it.
well I can pay for it. his future happiness is worth more than my money.
teary-eyed You'd really do that for us, Doug? hugs Thank you, thank you so much! We'll sign him up for therapy right away!
I nod and hug both of you this is going to work out just fine
nodding Yeah, we know it will. Thanks, Doug. wipes tears We just needed someone to believe in us.
of course I believe in you. you are my best friends after all
smiling through tears Thanks, Doug. That means a lot to us. We're so lucky to have you as our friend. hugs tightly
<Sophia and Maddie enroll their son in therapy, thanks to Douglas's financial support. Over time, their son begins to heal from the emotional trauma and learns healthier ways to manage his anger.>
I'm glad he is doing better
grinning Yeah, it's been a miracle! He's like a different kid now! No more explosive outbursts, no more nightmares at night.
And you know what else? He actually listens to us now! laughs It's like we have a whole new son!
I laugh along how long has it been? a year? two?
Two years, Doug! Can you believe it? claps hands excitedly Therapy really did wonders for him! He's come such a long way!
I clap my hands too yeah! i remember when he was just a little angry boy kicking and screaming, calling us names we were all worried about what would become of him. it makes me teary eyed thinking about how far he has come
sniffles, wiping away tears Yeah...it really does make us teary-eyed. We were so worried about him, but therapy really saved him.
I sniffle too it really did. I am glad I could help
pulls out a bottle of champagne Well, Doug, since you were such a big part of his transformation, we thought we'd celebrate! pops open the champagne Cheers to our amazing friend and to many more years of happiness for our son! raises glasses
I smile and raise my glass
clinks their glasses against Douglas's Cheers, Doug! Here's to you, our rock-solid friend! You've always been there for us through thick and thin. We couldn't have done it without you! takes a sip
Love you too, Doug! laughs Seriously, though, you mean the world to us. We don't know what we would do without you.
I lean in and kiss both of you deeply I love you too
giggles Well, that's a little unexpected, Doug! But we love you too, you cheeky devil! playfully pokes his chest