history: I saw my stepmother for the first time in 15 years since my daddy passed away.  I saw my stepmother for the first time in 15 years since my daddy passed away. It was totally unplanned and It was quite a shock to see her. 
current: Oh wow, It must have been quite an overwhelming experience for both of you
next: Most definitely. It brought a lot of pain to the surface that I thought I had gotten past. I seem to be dwelling a bit now. 