“She even has a bit of an attachment to our house itself. Our holistic doctor called her an empath, which basically means she feels everything. She worries the house will be lonely when we’re gone, so we put flowers in her room to keep it company. They usually go in the window in the sun. I don’t know why, but it makes her feel better about leaving. Doc says it’s a phase and that it will pass.” My heart swells at the effort this man makes to keep his daughter settled. “Thank you, Cole, they’re so pretty,” I manage. “Go pick your spot in your room while I serve up this delicious dinner,” he
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