gently.

The third box was labeled “People You’ll Need.”

Inside was a list of names.

– Neighbors.
– Ava’s mother.
– Ms. Holloway and Mr. Bennett.

Beside every name, Lily had written notes explaining why they mattered and when I should reach out to them.

Judy exhaled softly. “Lily really didn’t want you to feel alone.”

The fourth box was different.

“Memories continue reading …