I recalculated my life. My closest friends know I am a devoted single father. I have been doing it for over 10 years. As I reflected on my own childhood being raised by a single parent, I left lucrative insurance jobs to ensure my kid is prepared for adulthood. I work now as an independent contractor providing wide-ranging courier services in SE Indiana and neighboring metro Cincinnati. My compensation is 2 things. 1) I'm my own boss. I can take a day off to recharge my batteries sometimes. 2) My kid has straight As and is focused and preparing herself for college.