Don't Go, T

She started taking care of Inwe when she was 13. The terrific young woman known as T is now 18 and headed to college. Today was her last day taking care of the children. As soon as the girls realized that this was a good bye hug, they latched onto T beseeching her to stay. I had to hold them so that she could get out the door. I didn't get to say a proper farewell with all the good luck wishes I had intended. Larien dissolved into a fit of tears.

T, you are special. Our family adores you. We wish you well, and our house in New Orleans (when we get one) is always open to you.