time, my future was not something Richard could define on my behalf.
The Moment He Finally Understood
The moment Richard truly understood that my life had changed came nearly a year after that evening on the patio.
Our company had been asked to help a small local business organize its financial records. The owner was overwhelmed, and our firm needed someone who could patiently work through several years of invoices, receipts, and inconsistent bookkeeping.
Caroline asked whether I would take on the project.
I was nervous, but I agreed.
The
