The room went silent, everyone captivated by the earnestness in Rosalie’s words. Dolores’ stern demeanor began to soften, her eyes flickering with a mix of surprise and an emotion I hadn’t anticipated—regret. The slideshow culminated in a final image: Rosalie, grinning ear to ear, arms wrapped around a reluctant-looking but smiling Dolores. The caption beneath read, “My Grandma and me, learning together.”

Then the video concluded, and for a moment, a profound silence enveloped the room. Even the youngest children, who usually couldn’t sit still for more than a few moments, were transfixed. Rosalie turned off the tablet and looked directly at Dolores. “I hope you liked it,” she said, her voice soft yet unwavering.