A 47-year-old mother decided to end the pain of life after losing her son Esteban, a child with autism. Before she did so, she wrote a letter to her husband Fernando Cuello. In the letter, she expressed all her feelings — the fatigue, sadness, and the amount of loneliness.
He said, “Now, you can live your life freely. You don't have to travel anymore. All we ask is a hug for Esteban and me, a kiss in the morning before you leave. We don't ask for much… We won't beg. We will keep your memories with us forever.”
She wanted something simple: presence, care, and a little love. But because of the lack of support, she was exhausted by the weight of it all. Many other mothers struggle silently every day — without help, without rest, and without companionship.
If you know someone who is tired, quiet, or seems lonely, ask them questions, hug them, and listen. Sometimes, a small gesture is enough to give them hope and life.
