Leonard’s parents were excited for him to go to law school when he turned eighteen. They had always envisioned their son as a prosperous attorney who had his own practice.
However, their whole world fell apart when Leonard revealed that his desire was to become a musician. Kenneth and Lily, his parents,
Refused to encourage him to pursue a career in music because they felt they understood what was best for their son. Following a contentious debate about this choice, Leonard moved out of his parents’ house.
They didn’t speak to one another for three long years. Kenneth and Lily attempted to contact Leonard, but Leonard cut them off entirely.
They received periodic reports on him from certain family members with whom he kept in contact, so they knew he was doing well.
