You are a parent to five young children. You’ve noticed that they’ve been acting a bit strange around you (especially #4). But they’re just kids, you reason; kids are weird sometimes. One day, after the younger two are in bed, the older three approach you. They look solemn and hesitant. “What’s up?” you ask with…
Author: Eric Schumacher
My Last Name — A Novella
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The Slaughter by Quina Aragón — Based on True Stories
A Letter to My Mom on Her 70th Birthday
Dear Mom, Happy 70th Birthday! Years ago, you made me take all my boxes of stuff from the attic. So, I’ve assumed you’re trying to declutter and don’t want more stuff. So, instead of a birthday present, I thought I’d write you a letter. When I think through my childhood memories of you, the memories…