I Prayed for a Miracle, Now I Lock My Door Against My Son

rang. A local church woman left a voicemail, voice tight with disapproval.

“Sarah… we saw what you posted. People are concerned. This is very… negative. We should focus on gratitude.”

Gratitude.

As if gratitude can hold a door shut at 1:13 a.m.

As if gratitude can pay a home health aide.

As if gratitude can undo brain damage.

I didn’t call her back.

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