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

flowers along the fence. In summer, Derek hung new lights. Not the same kind. I refused those. These were round paper lanterns in soft colors Emma picked herself. We bought new patio chairs. We painted the garage.

When Derek suggested selling the house and starting fresh somewhere else, I considered it.

Emma shook her head.

“This is our home,” she said.continue reading …