Sweet Dreams
He just stands there, looking at me the same way he has been since the beginning his gaze steady, certain, like he didn’t just say something completely insane.
I let out a short breath.
“No, No, we’re not doing that.” I say, shaking my head once, more reflex than decision as his expression doesn’t change.
“That’s not a real answer,” I continue, pushing off the counter now, pacing once because standing still suddenly feels like a bad idea.
“Jack Frost? That’s a story, a myth. Something people tell kids when it gets cold outside. I don’t think people even name their kids that!”I say lamely laughing as i