His message seemed heartfelt and it's sad he feels that way. But when a child feels neglected or unloved there's usually two sides to the story with the exact truth being somewhere in between. I don't doubt that he's justified in feeling hurt but based on the limited info he gave, it sounds like he should consider making that step to mending the relationship or at least letting his mother know that he's open to it. It sounds like she wants to but needs to know that he is ready to accept and forgive her despite her past shortcomings and her admittedly sacrificing family for her career. Unfortunately it happens sometimes, those with the biggest careers have regrets about missing out on nurturing relationships with their children. Hopefully for their sake they can overcome the hurt and pain that comes when humans fall short. Also I have to mention that I detected a bit of a condescending attitude when he would refer to Monique's husband as "her Daddy" and when he mentioned her praying to the "universe" as opposed to God. I personally don't see the problem with her calling her husband Daddy especially since they have children in the house and it just seems like she has a submissive type of relationship with him, the same type that "God" of the Bible teaches women to have, to each his own if it works for them. I also don't see a problem with her praying to the universe as opposed to picking one of the various Gods that mankind worships. If he wants to open himself up to the possibility of forgiveness and a relationship with his mom he shouldn't be dismissive of her way of life. Wish them the best.