By the time Amelia pulled into the driveway, the weight of the day had settled on her shoulders, pressing down like a heavy cloak. She glanced into the back seat where Debby’s face was stained with tears, her small hands clutching the seatbelt as if holding herself together.
Amelia’s heart twisted painfully. She pushed back her own tears, swallowing the lump in her throat as she helped the kids out of the car.
