I never thought the search for someone to fill a position as simple as a nanny would be so difficult. It was easy for people to show up at the office claiming to be qualified and a good fit for the job, but when I asked certain questions, they fell woefully short.
I even had potential candidates sent over from several reputable agencies, but they all just felt…wrong. I couldn't explain it, but I knew the person I chose needed to be more than just a nanny. This person would take care of Chris practically 24/7 and it was crucial I found someone that could build a good relationship with him.
Whoever was going to take care of my son, and live in my house with us, needed to give off a feeling of rightness—very much like the impression I'd gotten from the girl in the very first nanny intervie
