I think I’ll be okay talking to her after the 28th. Really, I felt insecure in having to undergo this whole process, especially since it can take up to a year. I just wanted to touch base with everyone I’m including on the form to get some peace of mind over the phone before I hit send.

But, the truth is I trust her more than most of the other 7 billion people on the planet, and I have faith that she’ll present my reputation in its best light, w my best interests in mind, to anyone who comes asking.

If there’s anyone I know who understands and appreciates the art of crafting external perceptions to outside actors, both malicious and benign, it’s her.

So we can talk when you get back! Sure, maybe I’ll need to talk about this whole thing, but, more importantly, l wanna hear about her job interview.

I don’t want my family to be just about me; I want it to be about her, too.