My Parents Arrived With Suitcases Like My Apartment Was Already Theirs

did something ugly then.

Not panic.

Recognition.

I took photos of every page and sent them to Elaine.

Her reply came in under a minute.

Do not contact them directly tonight.

Then:

I’m filing protective notices in the morning.

Protective notices.

There are phrases that sound boring until they save your ass.

I poured a glass of water. Didn’t drink it. Just held continue reading …