After my mom passed away from cancer, Dad threw himself into work. I think it was his way of dealing with the grief.<\/p>\n
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That\u2019s where he met Carol. She worked in accounting at his law firm.<\/p>\nFor illustration purposes only<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
She was pretty, I\u2019ll give her that. Blonde hair always perfectly styled, a bright smile, and this sweet voice that made everyone trust her instantly.<\/p>\n
\u201cShe\u2019s been through a lot too,\u201d Dad told me one evening over takeout pizza. \u201cHer ex-husband left her when she was trying to have kids. She understands what it\u2019s like to lose family.\u201d<\/p>\n
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I wanted to be happy for him. Really, I did.<\/p>\n
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