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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 …
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