Easton
We leave the funhouse laughing. Cole’s begging for the pony rides and petting zoo next. "Ok. Let's tell Luci."
I spot her standing near one of the little concession stands. She's completely zoned out. "Luci!" I call, thinking she'll hear me. I see the door open to the stand and the guy stepping out with a huge steaming pot of grease. It's a funnel cake stand. He holds it up high, unable to see her. I call her again but nothing. I lift Cole up fast, telling him to hold on as I shout her name again. My long legs eat up the distance, but I might be too late.
"LUCI!"
I manage to yank her out of his way. Just in time too. She snaps out of whatever deep trance she was in and faces me wide-eyed. Cole touches her face. "Luci, you weren't listening."
I grip her arm, staring into her w
