Contacting the return address
Determined to find answers, I decided to contact the return address on the letters—the only lead I had. My hand trembled slightly as I hesitated before dialing the number, but after a few rings, there was no answer. Undeterred, I carefully wrote the address into my notebook, steeling myself to take the next step, even if it meant facing a part of his past I never knew existed.
Contacting The Return Address
Arrangements for the kids
With the address leading me across the state, I arranged for the kids to stay with my sister—I couldn’t drag them into this uncertain situation. Explaining my sudden departure was difficult; I told Timmy and Lucy, “Mom has some important matters to handle.” They seemed to understand, though reluctantly. Leaving them behind was painful, but the need to uncover the truth outweighed my fears.
Arrangements For The Kids
