Aléjandro and Rei went downstairs to talk business, leaving me alone in our bedroom. Wrapping my arms around my midsection, I spun a slow circle, thankful we had some furniture. The furnishings weren’t bad, a bed, dressers, and bedside stands. The sitting area was empty. For a moment, I imagined what could fill the void while trying to get excited about buying whatever I wanted.

I didn’t want to hate my life.

There were moments I forgot that I hated it.

I walked ...