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when her ribs protested every movement.

“Then don’t have it.”

“Anita, this has gone on long enough.”

I set the spoon down carefully.

“My daughter still cannot shower without help.”

“Vanessa feels terrible.”

“Has she said that to Emma?”

“She has pride. You know how she is.”

“Yes,” I said. “I do.”

My mother sighed. “Family forgives.”

“Family also protects children.continue reading …