Fade Out

No one ever could, until they did. We all woke up each morning, unprepared, unable, the world against us. And then we did; moment by moment, we did. And when the heart of someone we loved was on the line, there was never a question. We did. No matter what.

here we are at the end of the beaten path, the curtains officially closing on Nick's journey after 13 books that slowly but surely made me their captive. reflecting on Nick's resilience and compassionate heart in the face of so much fear, uncertainty, and unfairness, i spent the last few pages crying over a bowl of noodles. needless to say, today's broth was extra flavorful