For several weeks, she kept asking whether people were allowed to come into Grandma’s backyard whenever they wanted.
I reassured her that we’d changed the locks.
It’s been three months since the party.
Mrs. Parker’s rental business is gone.
The online listings have been removed, and several former customers are still pursuing refunds.
My attorney is working on recovering the money I spent repairing and securing the property.
The police haven’t announced any outcome, so I won’t pretend I know what will happen.
But Mrs. Parker no longer has access to my backyard.
I installed new locks, adjusted my security cameras, and added better lighting near the gate.
Last weekend, we had our first family pool afternoon since the incident.
Emily brought sandwiches.
Lily invited two friends.
I sat beneath the pergola Richard built, watching them splash in the water.
At one point, Lily climbed out and ran toward me.
