Can you please explain the gap in your employment history?

"Yes, I would be happy to explain. There was a one-year employment gap after I obtained my college degree because I spent that time caring for my father, who was diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's disease. My father lived alone, and I wanted to be the one to care for him during his last months. His doctors had given him 8-12 months to live, and I couldn't care for him if I were working. My employer would not allow me to take an extended leave of absence, so I had to resign. That is the only gap in my employment history, and I would make the same decision if I had to do it over again. Spending that last year with my father was extremely important to me."