Sir, an emotional and heartwarming story I have read through your post. I really felt pained for Maria and also for what her child went through. This story gives us a lesson how love and forgiveness bring their back together. Sometimes life brings difficulties and very touching how Ronnie's struggles affected his family. Maria stayed strong for her children which as all mothers does the same. Raising two kids alone was really not an easy job which she did with her courage and resilience. Children always have such pure hearts which always show their innocence. It is really touching that Noah in her deep heart had belief in Santa Claus. For the sake of Maris’s children's happiness, she chose to put aside her pride it show us her mother’s sacrifices for us. Like a Christmas miracle, Ronnie returned to his family. His love for his family and regret for what he did shows his affection for his family. A few steps are more than enough to bring joy into our lives and to erase the inner pain received in our hearts by someone. Thanks for sharing a beautiful story with life lessons.