The story follows Olivia and her father, Heath, as they navigate the emotional complexities surrounding Renata, Olivia’s mother, who had been in a coma for 17 years. Renata was a talented ballerina who gave up her career to have a child, but during her pregnancy, she suffered a severe spinal issue that required surgery. Olivia was born healthy, but Renata never woke up from the surgery, leaving Heath and Olivia to visit her in the hospital for years, hoping she would recover.

One day, Renata miraculously awakens, unaware of how much time has passed. Heath explains to her that 17 years have gone by, and Olivia, now a teenager, is eager to reconnect with her mother. However, Renata struggles to accept the reality that her once-promising career as a ballerina is over, and she feels disconnected from Olivia, whom she does not recognize as her daughter.

Renata’s inability to cope with the lost years and her resentment towards Olivia grows. She refuses to acknowledge Olivia as her daughter and treats her coldly, making Olivia’s life at home difficult. Renata’s bitterness manifests in her behavior, such as making messes for Olivia to clean and isolating her from family meals. Olivia, desperate to form a bond with her mother, continues to show love and patience despite the harsh treatment.

One day, while packing Olivia’s belongings in an attempt to make her leave, Renata stumbles upon a folder on Olivia’s computer filled with heartwarming videos. These videos show Olivia’s deep love for her mother, documenting the years of waiting and longing for Renata to wake up. This discovery softens Renata’s heart as she realizes she has unfairly blamed her daughter for her lost dreams.

Overcome with guilt, Renata apologizes to Olivia, acknowledging that none of what happened was her fault. The two embrace, and Renata begins to rebuild her relationship with her daughter, finally accepting her role as a mother. The story ends with Renata opening her own ballet studio, where she becomes Olivia’s ballet teacher, symbolizing their newfound connection and a future built on love and understanding.