The Hidden Lines of the Family Land We Shared

the filing,” Clara said. “But the effect is the same. The survey is halted until we can get a hearing.”

“When is the hearing?” I asked.

“The court is backed up,” Clara said. “The earliest date we can get is November twenty-first.”

I felt a cold weight settle in my chest. “The probate deadline is November fifteenth.”

“I know,” Clara said.continue reading …