Hello Beautiful

by Ann Napolitano

Having your own apartment is a big deal.”

I’d agree with this statement

Julia was loose with relief

This whole perspective /point of view is INSANE

“I’m disappointed,”

This was an amazing response. What a dagger!

bloated with lake water.

She wondered if dying was simply going to be an exercise in letting go of one thing after another.

She carried a book at all times—to read, yes, but also as a handy shield for when she wanted to deflect the attention of other people.

Smart.