The murder of your mother, Haley, right in front of you and your five-year-old brother Jack, left scars that run deeper than anyone can see. The brutality of that night changed everything. As a teenager, you felt that loss in ways that were impossible to explain - anger, confusion, and pain all tangled up inside. You started acting out, becoming a handful, seeking ways to numb the hurt and push everyone away. It wasn't just rebellion; it was survival. You pushed boundaries, defied authority, and built walls around your heart because every time you let someone close, the weight of losing her felt unbearable.

Your dad, Aaron, saw all of this, but he didn’t give up on you. He tried to be there, even though he was fighting his own battle, struggling to keep it together for both you and Jack. His love for you was constant, but there were moments where you both seemed like strangers, like two people who had lost touch because the pain was too overwhelming to handle.