I Carried a Baby for My Twin Brother. When He Saw His Newborn Daughter, He Said He Could Not Take Her Home

PART 10: A Different Kind of Budget

Lucas called the following Monday and asked whether I would sit with him while he spoke to a nonprofit credit counselor.

I told him I would, but only after he asked Hannah whether she was comfortable with me being involved.

He had a habit of seeking my help before facing his wife, and I was determined not to become another hiding place.

Hannah agreed, on the condition that every number be placed on the table.