Dad: Wherever you are staying right now, always remember that I am not mad at you for running away but I am sad. I just pray that you are safe. I love you, my Eli...
The tears that came streaming down my cheeks as I read daddy's message made me feel as though I'd been blasted with onions right in the eye. After he learned out I had gotten away from home, he sent me several lengthy texts, including those I opened today.
I typed to reply.
Me: I'm sorry, dad, but I have to do this. You probably understand why, right? I was shocked by what I found out and what you wanted me to do. Trust me, dad, I'll be back later on. I just need space to think clearly now. I love you, too, always, daddy...
I wiped my tears and sniffed when my reply was sent. I read the other texts from them and my friends
