Shannon, I shamefully admit that I very rarely read a 9 minute story, I don’t slow down enough! But I am so glad I read yours to the very end! Your story is heartbreaking yet hopeful and your writing is compelling. I’m an avid reader and see a book in your future (Glass Castle ish :) you hit on so many topics, you could write separately about each one. Loved the read! TY👏🏼