I sprayed the cold water on my face again, allowing the chilly drips to penetrate my skin.
The chill was nearly numbing, providing a momentary break from the rush of thoughts in my head.
I turned off the tap and stood for some seconds, feeling as though I was slowly unravelling as the water whirled down the drain.
Though the room was still, the events of the day appeared to be screaming at me. I took in a shaky breath and made my way back to the bedroom wearing my pajamas.
I turned out everything and was ready to go asleep though, feeling emotionally as much as physically exhausted.
But my mind betrayed me the instant my head rested on the pillow.
It all came gushing back - Mom.
I sat up immediately, rubbing my hands through my hair as the weight of everything slammed on my che
