Now you are a dad 19 years later

Tori and Sam's dad has come back into their lives, now that they are grown.  Tori is more accepting and forgiving because she has memories - she was five when he left.

Sam is still bitter, though he seems to be coming around.  I encourage him to forgive and not be angry - I want him to have that relationship.  But Sam will tell you his dad was never there - and his best friend's dad is his more like a father to him. 

Their dad came to graduation and all I could feel was relief.  Relief that I feel nothing, relief that I do not have to deal with him, relieve that I am not married to him.  I don't hate.  I feel nothing.  Is that even normal?

Anyhoo, I do hope they can have some form of relationship, you need that tie, that connection.