A Valentine’s Day Gone Wrong
Cora spent hours preparing a heartfelt Valentine’s surprise—homemade dinner, wine, and a small gift. But when Eric came home, he lashed out. “Are we some stupid teenagers?” he yelled, criticizing the meal and tossing her gift aside.
Harsh Words, Deeper Regrets
Overwhelmed by stress and financial pressure, Eric mocked Cora for being a “terrible homemaker.” Hurt, she left to buy diapers. An hour later, a police officer arrived: Cora had died in a car crash.
The Gift He Never Opened
After her funeral, Eric found the unopened box. Inside were plane tickets to Hawaii and a note:
“Happy Valentine’s Day, honey! I got a job so you won’t have to work alone anymore. Let’s take a break—just us two.”
A Lesson That Came Too Late
Eric broke down in tears. He’d lost the woman who only wanted to help. From that day on, he raised their children alone and visited her grave every Valentine’s Day, whispering apologies he never got to say.
Don’t wait to appreciate the ones you love. Tomorrow isn’t promised.
