Because the older woman had never had children, she initially thought it was all a figment of her imagination. But, as the banging continued and the speaker addressed her as “mom,” she realized it wasn’t all in her brain. When Julie and Samuel Spencer were unable to have children, they felt they were enough for each other and immersed themselves in work to cope with their sadness.

However, after 56 years of blissful marriage, Julie regretted not considering adoption when Samuel went to be with the Lord. Samuel’s death made her unhappy, and she gradually distanced herself from everything. She sold her house and moved back to Tennessee, where her parents had left her a house when they d=ied.

It hadn’t seen a single visitor in the years since Julie’s parents di=ed, and its antique design and eerie elements were enough to frighten anyone. Julie refused to mingle with her neighbors once she moved and never established any acquaintances. Her neighbors feared her, and there were stories about her being a witch who preyed on youngsters, insane, or worse, a recluse. But everything changed one day…

Julie was jolted awake three years after she moved by a loud knock on her door. A voice said, “Mom, please open the door.” “You’re the one! Mother’s Day has arrived, and I’ve found you! Julie took a deep breath and opened her eyes. “Oh my God! Who is he? “She sat on her bed, thinking. Julie sighed, certain that everything was in her head and that she was hallucinating.

A new couple moved in next door two days ago. The couple had three beautiful triplets, and the family appeared to be content. Julie watched them move in from her kitchen window, regretting and feeling jealous that she had never persuaded Samuel to consider adopting children. “Perhaps if I hadn’t been alone, I wouldn’t be here today. I’d have my children and even grandchildren with me “She pleaded with herself.

Julie buried her face in her hands as she reflected on her lonely life, convinced she was hearing voices because she was depressed about being childless. “Oh, I’m just making stuff up…This old age is finally getting to me,” she complained. But then there came another knock, and another, and another.

“Please, Mom!” said the voice again. “Would you please open the door?” Julie’s spine tingled when she heard the voice again. “Is there really someone at the door?” she wondered as she gently approached the front door, the knocks persisting. When she eventually opened the door, she was greeted by a stunning young man standing at her doorway.

“Jesus Christ!” he exclaimed, his eyes wide open. “You’re the one! It’s Mother’s Day, Mom, and I found you!” Julie had never been more perplexed in her life. She couldn’t be his mother because she and her spouse never had children. “Who are you?” she stuttered. “I believe you have arrived at the incorrect address. I don’t have any children!”

The man was perplexed. “What exactly are you saying? I recognize you! This time, I’m not going to let you abandon me! Eric is your son!” Julie locked her gaze on him. “Does this sound like a joke to you, boy? You need to quit doing this! This is particularly offensive to someone like me who has never had children!”

“But I’m not making this up! I can demonstrate it to you. Take a look, “He said this as he took a photograph from his backpack and showed it to her. “You abandoned me in an orphanage when I was five years old,” he explained. “My father had reportedly abandoned you, and you couldn’t afford to raise me on your own, so you left me there to give me a better life.

“Mom, I’ve already forgiven you. I’m sure you did it for my benefit. But, please, leave the past behind… It took me years to find you. To gain this address, I had to pull a few strings at the orphanage. They refused to tell me anything, but it turns out you left this address when you abandoned me. When I came here, I presented this image to your neighbors, and they said you moved here three years ago.”

Julie’s eyes welled up as she looked at the photos, which showed a younger Julie and a younger Eric on a beach. She wiped her tears away and stated, “I understand why you think I’m your mother, Eric, but I’m not. This lady… Eric, you are not my son!” Eric’s smile vanished, and he was surprised. “What? What do you mean exactly?”

“Please enter first. There’s a lot you should know.” As they sat down, Julie explained that Eric was the son of her long-lost twin sister Rosie. She told him that Rosie had eloped with her lover when she was 16 years old. Because their parents were opposed to their relationship, the adolescents simply left and never communicated with any of them. “We looked everywhere,” Julie said.

“My parents eventually gave up, but I was still determined to find her. For years, my late husband and I searched for her, and “She was unsure. “And? And what about that?” Eric gave her a hopeful glance. “We received a phone call from my husband Samuel’s acquaintance one morning… He was a cop helping us with Rosie’s case. He told us she had passed away in a homeless shelter. Eric, your mother has d0ied…

She is no longer alive.” Eric couldn’t speak, unable to believe his mother had d=ied. “That’s got to be a lie! Oh my God, that’s awful “He murmured, his palms covering his face. “In some ways, Eric,” Julie added, “your mother did her best for you.” She didn’t want you to accompany her on her walk through the streets. But I had no idea she was expecting a child. If she had told me she had a child, I would have adopted you…

You see, my husband and I… We never had children. So, if you ever need a mother’s support, I’m always available, okay?” She told him to be happy. Eric exhaled a sigh. “That’s quite generous of you, Mrs… Sorry, I forgot to ask your name “He was ashamed, he said. “How do I address you?” Julie smiled. “Why not simply call me Mom?

However, keep in mind that I am rigorous and a little demanding because I want my son to spend time with me. For the time being, I don’t have a better option.” Eric gave a small smile. “So, I guess I don’t have much of a choice… Thank you for being so considerate…mom… Could I please hug you? I miss my mother terribly.”

“You can, of course! Come on in, “Eric’s hug brought tears to Julie’s eyes. “If you don’t want to call me mom, you can call me Mrs. Spencer. There is no coercion. I’d be delighted to be your aunt “As she caressed his back, she made a remark. However, Eric declined. “Nah. I believe mum is a better fit for you “He stated. “Let’s just keep it like that!”

Julie’s life changed for the better after that. Eric was a blessing in disguise who transformed her life. She was never alone again, and she began to mingle with those around her. When her neighbors found out why she was often alone, they felt bad for putting judgment on her. Eric soon persuaded Julie to move in with him, so she sold her parents’ house and moved. Eric married a few years later, and Julie became a devoted grandmother to a beautiful baby girl named Rosie.