I deserve the truth
Jul 16, 2020
3 minutes
Melanie Leahy, 55, Maldon
Seeing my son Matthew in his new school uniform, I was bursting with pride.
In his matching grown-up blazer and tie, I had to remind myself he was still just a boy, only 11.
But Matthew had always been ahead of the pack.
By three, he could swim laps around me in the local pool.
And later, at school, he excelled in all his subjects.
I was so proud when he got a place at the local grammar school.
And now, I knew he had a bright
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