I Thought I’d Face Graduation Alone After Losing Both My Parents-Then Someone Suddenly Covered My Eyes

toward the accessible section beside the track. Nana was not there.

I told myself I had known she wouldn’t be.

The ceremony began. One by one, my classmates crossed the stage while their families erupted.

When Kelsey’s name was called, her entire family rose and shook a banner covered in glitter. I clapped until my palms hurt.

Then I was standing beside continue reading …