Everything started when I hired this guy John for our large multi-acre property.

My neighbor had recommended him. John had just graduated from college, and he and his crew of three guys were looking for part-time weekend work.

The first day, a truck pulled up and four guys got out. They were all strapping young men. I let them in the gate and suggested that they look over the grounds. John gave me an estimate and said that they could start on Saturday, which was fine with me.

Saturday morning came and I jotted down a list of items they would need from the hardware store. As I was about to pull away from the house, John drove up. I stopped to say hello and that I’d thought he was going to be coming later, so I hadn’t made it to the store yet. I also said that my wife was still sleeping, and... Read More