In the weeks that followed, Ruby’s mom spoke openly to Cindy, helping her understand that Grandpa William wasn’t a ghost or an imaginary friend, but a cherished memory.
She even started seeing a therapist to help process her grief.
Her mood brightened, and she returned to painting—a hobby she and Cindy enjoyed together.
As a family, they found a path to healing.
Ruby’s mom continued to talk to her father, but in private, and together, they began moving forward stronger than before.
