After my father’s death, I was faced with the responsibility of caring for my younger sister, who chose to live with me instead of our uncle. Although my wife and I had decided not to have children, and she was particularly against adopting my sister, I felt a strong obligation to step in.
My wife argued that taking my sister in would disrupt our lives and plans. Despite her concerns, I was torn between my responsibilities to my sister and my wife’s wishes. She felt that my choice was a betrayal, but I was determined to honor my sister’s preference to stay with me.
Ultimately, I chose to prioritize my sister, despite the emotional strain and my wife’s disappointment. “I couldn’t abandon her,” I said, explaining my decision. My wife struggled to understand, but I believed there was no other option.
