I woke up very early to spend more time with my daughter. I wouldn't be seeing her until noon and probably evening. It would kill me, but I had to do it for everyone's sake.

"Be good for Mama, okay? I love you, my sweet girl." I kissed her all over the face until it made her giggle. She loved the attention and I loved giving her all that she needed.

"Love you, Mama." I gave her one last kiss before leaving.

"Oh, Nina. If Vincenzio came by today, can you not let him in and see Fiorelli?" Before I got to leave, I told her about the things that...