My husband shouted, “Take your kid and go to hell,” in court. He smirked as assets were listed—until a sealed will revealed a $32 million estate. When my name was read, everything changed, including custody.

getting started. Then—”

“And then you’ll go back?” she asked.

I hesitated. Not because I meant not to, but because suddenly I realized I didn’t know whether I would really be free to.

Eleanor watched me for a long moment, then nodded.

“Keep your license active,” she said. “Keep your skills current. And keep your own account.”

I had laughed, almost offended.continue reading …