The whole tragic saga has perhaps been hardest of all on June’s daughter Lauryn “Pumpkin” Efird.

Already the mom of a toddler, Pumpkin took over guardianship of Alana when their mother entered rehab.

Pumpkin recently shared her thoughts withTooFabin a candid, painful interview.

Mama June at an event

“She can’t run this time.

She has to sit down and she has to listen.”

It’s a situation she feels June doesn’t fully understand or appreciate.

Mama June, Alana Thompson and Lauryn Efird

Will theRoad to Redemptionhave a happy ending?

Pumpkin thinks it’s possible, but it won’t happen overnight.

She toldTooFabthat June has to prove she’s serious about staying sober.

“I feel like it should be at my own pace,” she said about forgiveness.

Until then, Lauryn says she’s prepared to continue raising Alana to adulthood if need be.

If you, or anyone you know, is struggling with addiction issues, help is available.