Chapter 81

Erin is relieved when Samantha and Andrew don't judge her for her past mistakes. In fact, they're understanding and supportive. They tell her that they admire her courage in facing her past, and they're impressed by her determination to be a good mother. This validation means a lot to Erin, and it gives her the strength to move forward. She starts to make positive changes in her life, and she finally feels like she's on the right track.

Erin's life is changing for the better, but it's not without its challenges. One of those challenges is her son's father, who has been largely absent from his son's life. When Erin's son asks about his father, she's not sure how to answer. She doesn't want to badmouth his father, but she also doesn't want to sugarcoat the truth. She decides to be honest with her son, and she explains the situation in an age-appropriate way.

Erin's son seems to take the news about his father well, but there's another challenge on the horizon. Erin has started dating a