Chapter 9
Sarah’s recovery took longer than her leg.
She apologized constantly.
For needing help.
For canceling dinner.
For Emma making noise.
For using the wrong chair.
I noticed after a week.
“Why are you apologizing?”
She froze.
Did not know.
David had trained the household around his moods.
Margaret reinforced it.
Everyone learned to preempt tension.
Sarah became expert at removing reasons someone might be angry.
Healing meant allowing inconvenience.
Leaving a cup out.
Saying no.
Changing plans.
Not explaining.
May you like
Small rebellions.
Bigger than they looked.
