Everyday

The test was lying in the trash can, almost on top, as if it had been left there on purpose

My father fell ill two years ago. A stroke. The left side barely worked, speech impaired. He couldn’t live alone.

Mom collected mugs. I remember since childhood — she would bring them back from trips, buy them at flea markets,

As usual, I was sorting through the evening mail when my eyes fell on a yellow envelope. It was an

Mom raised me on her own. My father left when I was three. She worked as a nurse, took extra

My mom passed away three years ago. Cancer. It was quick. From her inheritance, all I received were her pieces

Two years ago, my daughter mentioned she was saving up for an apartment. She said she needed an initial payment,

My daughter is sixteen. On Friday evening, she asked if her friend could spend the night. I agreed—she’s a polite

My wedding was supposed to be the happiest day of my life. I had dreamed about it for years —

My mother passed away two years ago. She left behind an apartment and jewelry. We sold the apartment and divided