After his parents' divorce, a guidance counselor's kindness left a lasting mark

Laura Kwerel · 2025-09-02T13:52:53+0100

Patrick Furlong, his wife Laura Furlong and their children in 2024.

Life was turbulent for Patrick Furlong after his parents divorced when he was in 8th grade. His father left, so he needed to navigate daily routines without a paternal influence in his life.

(Image credit: Furlong family photo)

After his parents' divorce, a guidance counselor's kindness left a lasting mark

Laura Kwerel

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