cnu-At my fortieth birthday party, my sister swung a baseball bat into…

moving. Music playing. A bike tipping. A mother frightened for her daughter. A split-second decision.

Their phrase was temporary panic.

Claire’s phrase was intentional force.

Vanessa’s character witnesses came on day three.

A neighbor described her as generous.

A school parent called her devoted.

A former coworker said she was professional and composed.

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