The Envelope That Changed Everything

I did not bother to open.

I watched the screen light up and go dim, light up and go dim, like a heartbeat trying to get my attention.

I wrapped both hands around my mug, letting the warmth seep into my fingers, and made myself a promise.

I would not let noise move me.

When the coffee was half gone and the house was fully awake with morning light, I opened continue reading …