I Showed Up to Christmas Dinner in a Cast — My Daughter-in-Law Had Pushed Me, and My Son Laughed, “You Deserved It.” Then the Doorbell Rang, and I Said, “Come In, Officer.”

received twelve years in state prison for assault and fraud. Jeffrey got eight years as an accomplice. Their appeals were denied. Investigations into Melanie’s previous husbands revealed evidence of poisoning—she may never leave prison.

That was two years ago now. I’m sitting on my balcony this morning, drinking coffee as the sun rises over Brooklyn.continue reading …