Instead, I opened the conversation with my attorney, Daniel Reeves.

I need advice urgently. My mother is living in a house I own. My injured wife is there. I have video of Mom taking away her mobility aids and forcing her to work. I also just noticed an old security camera appears active. I am on a plane home. Tell me what NOT to do.

Then I texted my cousin Sarah.

Stay with Clara. Do not leave her alone with Mom. Do not delete the video. Do not confront her about the camera. I’m coming home.