Don't be sad

            Angelo sits down and plays the piano. He plays beautifully. He remembers learning, remembers people saying how much potential he had.

            Out of the corner of his eye he sees Miss Parker sinking into the rocking chair. Her eyes are wide, filling with tears. Her face is the Miss Parker he has always seen deep inside her.

            Jarod must be feeling sad. It’s so strange not to be able to feel Jarod’s feelings. Angelo turns and smiles at him. He’s holding Davy with such love, such sadness. Don’t be sad, Jarod.

            A tear makes its way down Miss Parker’s cheek.