Elisa Albo - "At Any Age"

The transcript details a conversation between the speaker and their mother about a traumatic event from the speaker's past. The speaker reads a poem titled 'At Any Age' that reflects on this experience. The mother, initially unaware, becomes angry upon learning the truth. The discussion reveals the impact of the trauma on the family and the speaker's realization of its long-term effects.

What realization did the speaker come to regarding their family gatherings?

What does the speaker pray for concerning the daughter of the man who caused trauma?