Quote by Eric West

Last time I spoke to my mom she called me from a pay phone, and we didn't have the best talk. Ever since my stepdad passed away three years ago, she has been very depressed and hasn't been herself at all.

Last time I spoke to my mom she called me from a pay phone,

Summary

This quote highlights the speaker's recent conversation with their mom, who reached out from a pay phone. The conversation was not positive, likely indicating a strained relationship. The speaker explains that their mom's behavior changed after the death of their stepdad, leaving her depressed and not her usual self. This short explanation suggests that the mom's grief has affected her emotional well-being and the dynamics of their relationship.

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By Eric West

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