To keep away the curious, who always wanted to know about the father. I don't know how important it is, they get into your life and want to know every last detail. I continued with the story of my grandparents. Luckily, I had Marta, who at first was amazed and I had to tell her the whole story of my crazy night. But knowing that I would stay with them, that I would not abandon them, made me climb many steps before her eyes.

And she became my stellar guardian. Not only did she scare away curious people, but she made sure I didn't forget any vitamins and when my...