I was speechless - the guy had lost it.

Grandpa's death really messed him up. I figured he'd snap out of it eventually. But he was so scared I'd call the cops again that he worked from his study, doing everything over video chat.

His eyes followed me everywhere while I just sat in the yard all afternoon, zoning out.

Next day was Grandpa's funeral. The weather matched the mood - this misty rain and wind that just cut right through ...