I needed to clear my head. Those nightmares still stole my rest. I pulled on my thin zip up and headed out the back door. The afternoon air sent shivers up my spine. I wrapped my arms around myself and headed toward the tree house. I hadn’t expected it to feel this chilly mid-summer. My bare legs were covered in goosebumps. It wasn’t cold out, but I felt chilled.
I placed my hand on the tree trunk. The bark felt rough against my palm. This place always made me feel calm and relaxed. Maybe because it was full of good memories. Zander and I chasing each other, sword fighting, and being the rulers of the fort. Dad built this place when he learned he was getting twins. Mum and dad always said they were so excited about getting a boy and girl - they’d always wanted one of each.
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