It was simply something I would have to live with while we found out what the records could establish.

PART 4 — The House Stayed Where It Was

I left the hospital with instructions, scheduled rehabilitation, and no assurance that I could enter my own home.

Sophia helped arrange a temporary place for me to recover while the access dispute was addressed.

I kept my essentials with me and accepted practical help with transport.

I did not go to my parents’ house.

They offered.