From Rags to Resentment: When Parents Expect Support in Their Twilight Years

From Rags to Resentment: When Parents Expect Support in Their Twilight Years

At 30, Jessica has carved out a stable life for herself, a stark contrast to her childhood of hand-me-downs and scarcity. Married to Michael with a decision to have only one child for a better future, she now faces the unexpected pressure of supporting her aging parents who provided little during her upbringing. This story explores the complexities of familial obligations and the emotional toll of unmet childhood needs.