A Second Chance at Life

Monica didn't have the perfect childhood. Her father's alcoholism brought them a life of poverty. Eventually, Bill is given an ultimatum by his wife to get professional help or leave. Monica is five years old when he walks out, but hopes they'll be a family again. Bill's inability to quit drinking leads to divorce. He makes a feeble attempt to be a father figure, but then disappears without a trace.

Rosa does her best to give her children a normal life. She takes a job in housekeeping where...