The absent/dead parent is totally prevalent in media. A great way to give the character some tragedy in their life.
I admit I do love fics that explain that Patrick dearly loved John's mom and her death made him withdraw in a way that was detrimental for his relationship with John. Because yeah, it humanizes Patrick.
On the other hand, I also find it interesting that John's mother never shows up in AUs. I can only think of 1 fic where John's mom is still alive...
I'm really glad you're still in the SGA fandom, bb. It'll be a sad day when you go :(
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I admit I do love fics that explain that Patrick dearly loved John's mom and her death made him withdraw in a way that was detrimental for his relationship with John. Because yeah, it humanizes Patrick.
On the other hand, I also find it interesting that John's mother never shows up in AUs. I can only think of 1 fic where John's mom is still alive...
I'm really glad you're still in the SGA fandom, bb. It'll be a sad day when you go :(