When I finally got hold of her, she was hesitant but eventually told me the truth. She and her husband had used the money to fund a year-long travel adventure around the world. She excitedly explained how they had always dreamed of seeing exotic places and experiencing different cultures. They had already been to Thailand, Italy, and Australia, with plans to continue to other destinations.
I was crushed. My heart ached not just from the financial loss but from the realization that my granddaughter, whom I had adored and trusted, could disregard my feelings so completely. She apologized, saying she didn’t want to hurt me, but she and her husband felt that eloping and traveling was the right choice for them.
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