For 25 years, Doris showed love through her cooking — every meal a quiet act of care. Even after her kids moved out, she still filled her home with warmth and tradition. But lately, she noticed food disappearing faster than usual.
One evening, she came home early and found the truth: her sister-in-law had been taking meals from the fridge, thinking it was fine. Doris felt hurt — not just because of the food, but because her husband brushed it off as “no big deal.” To him, it was just dinner. To her, it was love and effort gone unseen.
After days of reflection, Doris realized she’d been giving endlessly without being valued. So, she made a brave choice — she left, choosing peace and self-respect over being taken for granted.
Now, she cooks again — not out of duty, but out of joy. And every dish reminds her of one truth: love should be appreciated, not assumed.
