Back to Where Our Dreams Began
Outside, laughter and playful shouts carried through the air.
Zoe called out "Mom" every now and then, and Nyra's voice softened in reply.
As I listened to the noise, I thought about what to do next.
After a while, my phone rang. It was Mom.
She asked if I'd had any cake and blown out the candles.
Upon hearing that, I realized I hadn't eaten a thing all day.
Before hanging up, Mom nervously asked when I'd be coming home.
Throughout my five years abroad, I'd gone back only a handful of times.