Steve’s POV
I watched as they lowered my mom to the earth.
I knew she’ll rest now. From every pain that used to keep her up each night, from her constant groanings each night. My dad was standing beside me. He looked better than yesterday and it is a welcome development. I had been so scared yesterday that he was going to harm himself, but thankfully he would not do that. Around me were Grace, Rohan, Aunt Harriet, Principal Reed, Adam, and all of my classmates, including some teachers and several students from school. The support was so massive and somehow it kept me sane, especially how Grace’s hand wrapped around mine all day. I am so glad to be surrounded by these unique human beings.
“From dust, we come to dust we return,” the Priest’s voice rang out as he sprinkled the holy water
