Debra was a vivacious 52-year-old lady who devoted much of her life to her family. Juggling three jobs wasn’t merely a choice, but a necessary reality to maintain her household. Her husband, Austin, a likeable man, had lost his job more than twenty years ago and had gradually settled into a complacent lifestyle.

At first, Austin’s efforts to find work seemed genuine, but over the years, the couch became his domain while resumes collected dust. Sadly, the dependency on Debra’s income did not spark action or gratitude but allowed Austin to live comfortably without the responsibilities he once shouldered.

Debra and Austin married young—she, at 19, and he, at 20—through a whirlwind romance that made their rushed strides feel natural. Their union was further complicated when their daughter, Kayla, arrived shortly after, intertwining their destinies unquestionably.