Margaret Doyle — The House They Thought Was Theirs

“You know exactly how to manage a budget and a kitchen,” she told me.

“And this time you’ll be recognized for doing it.”

So I said yes.

Over six weeks I worked with volunteers, local restaurants, and donors.

Hannah prepared the expense reports.

Lucia negotiated food donations.

A retired teacher named Mr.

Bell organized the seating charts using colored pencils and a determination that made everyone obey him cheerfully.