The neglected child know reasons they feel that way.
Maybe mom placed another before you.
Like a lover or two.

Still wanted to party.
When her focus should have been on raising you.
So you can see their perspectives and views not highly of you.

The neglected child know why the world dad means nothing to them
And any excuse offered will not easily attracts them to loving you.
Many very aware of the logic used and your reasoning too!

I was young.
I wasn't ready.
Excuses many neglected children's have heard over times