Despite the heaviness in his heart, he was grateful that she was there. It may not be the same as if she was there for him, since she didn't know where he was going but no matter the circumstances, he was thankful.
Putting the car in drive, they drove off with light conversations flowing freely between them.
Amara reached over and placed a hand on his as he focused on the road.
"I'm sorry about your mom. Sorry I wasn't there for you. She accepted me and practically adopted me as her daughter. We talked a lot after I left for the city; you may not know this because I begged her not to tell you. She was a noble woman. I could still remember her like it was yesterday. All the breakfasts she made for us before we went to school; the lunches. She made me feel special despite all my
