Watching storms from a porch.

On the next page I wrote: Things I can do now.

The list was longer than I’d expected.

PART 16: A Hearing, Not a Miracle

Months after the assault, the case concerning Daniel’s conduct reached a court hearing.

I had a chance to speak about what happened and its effect on my health and sense of safety.

The proceedings were less dramatic than television.

There were forms, careful questions, and long stretches of waiting.