became the son life forgot to give me.
My knees hit the floor.
The letter shook violently in my hands.
She cared.
God, she really cared.
You once told me your biggest dream was staying at the diner long enough to maybe manage it someday.
So I spoke privately with Joe months ago.
I bought part ownership of Joe’s Diner in your name.
Joe agreed to teach you everything about running the business properly. The key belongs to the diner.
A house can disappear.
Money can vanish.
But purpose matters
