It had been two decades since Karen’s husband walked out, leaving her to navigate the challenges of raising a son alone.
Over the years, she juggled late-night shifts and tight budgets, always scraping by.
Despite the endless struggles, her 25-year-old son, Jake, had yet to find his footing in life.
His passion for art consumed him, but it didn’t pay the bills, and the financial strain was suffocating—especially after Karen’s life savings were stolen from a lockbox in their home.