This is heart touching and melancholy...

I keep praying that their pain will distinguish rather than embitter them.

I say an Amen to that Ma. And they should use the pain as a drive. They should be strong because they have you.

You are indeed a great mom, cause to me I can see you are doing well despite he left. You didn't crumble. Keep giving them a reason to be thankful to God for giving them you. You would be glad you did..