The Silent Waters

We recall the steps that led us to where we were meant to be. The words that inspired or crushed us. The incidents that scarred us and swallowed us whole. I’ve had many moments in my lifetime, moments that changed me, challenged me, moments that scared me and engulfed me. However, the biggest ones—the most heartbreaking and breathtaking ones—all included her.

It all ended with two kids, a dog named Skippy, a cat named Jam, and a woman who always loved me.

“Is Skippy in there with him?” I asked.

She nodded. “And Jam is with Haley?”

“Yup.”

“And, Haley?”

“Yes, Daddy?”

“The world keeps spinning because your heartbeats exist.”