At my sister’s wedding, my parents demanded i hand…

and pulled out a letter, handwritten, dated January 8th, 2020, two months before my grandmother Catherine died.

My dearest Denita,

If you’re reading this after I’m gone, know that I see you. I’ve always seen you. Your parents see Vanessa because she reflects what they want to be: pretty, agreeable, easy. But you are who I needed you to become. Strong.continue reading …