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43. To The Future
‘Children are the world’s most valuable resource and its best hope for the future.’ -John F. Kennedy
~Six Years Later
Ember
I was outside sitting in a chair in the sunlight enjoying the heat of the day after a long winter with everyone stuck inside. This past winter had been harsh so it kept most of us inside while it snowed. There were even several blizzards this past season, making us wish for sunny skies. All winter the kids were working hard to drive Killian and me crazy. If we had to stay inside another day, I think we would go crazy with the three rambunctious hellions.
As I sat out in the fresh air, I closed my eyes to bask in the feel of the sun after reading my most curren
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