The River Has Roots

by Amal El-Mohtar

“Esther,” said Ysabel, softly, “I want to ask you something, but you have to promise not to get angry.” Esther drew a long breath in, and let a long breath out. “I can’t promise that. But I promise I’ll try not to stay that way long.”

“What is a gift that comes at a cost?” “Hopefully more than what’s been lost,”