What a lovely story of challenges overcome and hope for the future, @samsmith1971. I absolutely love how you wove in the story of Daniel and how at the end of the story his misdemeanor just doesn't matter. You did a masterful job of keeping the reader engaged throughout. We must know what happened to Isabella. The little message he notices from so long ago when he looks at it on his phone is the perfect closure as he begins a new chapter.
I'm so glad you are setting aside your inner critic and getting back to writing. We all go through slumps, and it's so great when the inspiration kicks in again and you find joy in writing again.
Love the music. I am not familiar with that band. They're fantastic.