Margaret wasn’t wrong to set a boundary. Her daughter didn’t come with a plan — she came in panic, hoping urgency would force a solution. Taking her in without conditions could have turned a temporary crisis into a permanent one, especially with kids involved.
The real path forward isn’t rescue or rejection, but structure. Reopening communication, offering guidance, and helping her build a realistic plan keeps responsibility where it belongs while preserving the relationship. Boundaries matter — but so does dialogue.
