“Trust takes time to build.”
***
“Are you comfortable managing his entire afternoon routine?” I asked.
“Absolutely. What does he usually like to do when you aren’t home?”
A heavy silence fell over the living room.
“Honestly? He just sits by the window a lot,” I admitted, feeling a sharp pang of guilt.
Christine’s expression softened. “Then I will sit by the window with him,” she said softly. “Until he is ready to do something else.”
“He just sits by the window a lot.”
I looked at George, and I could see the exact same relief in his eyes.
We hired Christine on the spot.