In the end, she takes the plant. The room feels so full of ghosts, arguments had, hands on her cheeks. Demanding, who could love you this much? Who?
A one way ticket burns her wallet. Don’t worry, she soothes glossy leaves. There are other shelves for you, in other rooms.
Riley Montag is a former child, and most recently, an adult. Follow them on Twitter.
A scenario that’s being played, I’m sure, in many households. I loved the way you captured it all in just 50 words.
This piece is lovely and your bio is fantastic.