Chapter 17

I first met John during a challenging time in my life when I was trying to pick up the pieces after the unexpected news of my pregnancy.

It was a fateful encounter that would forever change the course of my life.

I remember it clearly, as if it were just yesterday.

I was feeling lost and overwhelmed, unsure of how to navigate the uncertain road ahead.

It was during a local community event that our paths crossed.

John, with his warm smile and kind eyes, approached me with genuine concern.

He was there to lend a helping hand, volunteering his time and efforts for the event. As we struck up a conversation, his compassionate nature shone through.

He listened attentively to my worries and fears, offering words of comfort and support.

In the midst of my vulnerability, John provided a much-needed sense of stability.

He became a pillar of strength, someone I could lean on when the weight of the world felt too heavy.

His unwavering presence and unwavering love for my children filled a v