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ed this vista. I was reminded of my privilege and power as I looked down at everyone

anating from the kitchen. I forgot I was making mysel

flaming, charred mass. I didn't always want to dine out, especial

However, appearance wasn't everythi

with the fork raised to my mouth. With a heavy sigh, I

r up made it difficult for me to hear anything, but any noise wa

e. I simply had no idea how to be alone. As I grew older, that remained the same, particularly after I discove

lways needed someone to be with me. No matter what, I had to have a body by my side. At that

I was completely destroyed by the terrible way my brothe

furious at the world once I began to recall everything. It served as a reminder that no one was truly exempted and that

eard a knock on my door. I simply cared that

, I saw James smilin

of town this weekend." The sight

ll tomorrow. I thought we could

, as if he had been taken off guard. All I wanted was to avoid b

sh to, of course, n

him a hug. "Anything outside of these four walls sounds f

n the kitchen counter. "Perhaps we could grab a bite to eat?" He wa

e. Let me just gather my

lped to soften the harsh exterior that surrounded my feeli

he couch to make himself comfortable. That man was my savior. Even at times when I didn't kn

I just have to say that the food was better than t

ust have impro

or Lights Out tomorrow night, so hurry up." Now that I was feeling excited, I w

em at home." James gave me a big laugh and rolle

lothes to stay happy." I practically skipped a beat