Amid her mothersimprisonment, Shari recounted for the first time her childhood trauma.
Theres no ethical way to do it.
As she got older, however, she became uncomfortable with some of the content.
I was like, This is kind of weird and inappropriate.
His sister Eve, 10, was also found malnourished in the home,Peoplereported.
Shari recalled: My biggest priority was just making sure that the kids were alive.
As long as they were alive, obviously then I knew eventually things would be okay.
The women were consequently sentenced to four consecutive sentences of one to 15 years in prison.
My distorted version of reality went largely unchecked as I would isolate from anyone who challenged me.
Jodi Hildebrandt was never my business partner, nor was I ever employed by her.
I have never received wages from her or connections.
It is important to me to demonstrate my remorse and regret without blame.
I take full accountability for my choices, and it is my preference that I serve a prison sentence.
She toldGood Morning America: I think that shes as sorry as she can be.
And so I think that she probably genuinely believed everything she said.
I dont believe it though.
Father Kevin has since toldABC Newsin a statement that he is incredibly proud of his daughter.
He expressed: I am incredibly proud of Shari for the woman she has become and for her strength.
She has played and will continue to play a crucial role in the healing of our family.
I am grateful for her example and learn a lot from her vulnerability and courage.
She has a powerful voice and will make a positive impact in this world.
I love my daughter.
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