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45 - Naomi's Trial Part 1
*** Naomi's POV***
Morgan's Ceremony had been quite the night. More and more, I realize whatever little knowledge I possess about my life and those around me is very limited and distorted. Father's confessions open a new perspective of myself, allowing me to understand the need to heal my own soul before trying to comprehend the actions of those around me.
Forgiveness—something everyone seeks from me, and I seem to have lost the capability to deliver.
Excuses—the trigger to my short fuse.
Love— the feeling I long for the most.
Currently, in bed, staring at the ceiling's dark abyss, I seek the best resolution for those three things. Sleep di
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