Part 4: Mistakes.   Isaac came in with the last of the boxes from the moving truck that was parked on the curb by the house. I…

Part 3: New Arrivals.   “Please buckle your seatbelts and make sure they are secure as we are preparing for departure, thank you,” the intercom announced and…

Part 2: Flashbacks.     “Julie, come in,” I said unexcitedly.   She stepped in the door and stood there as I shut it. “Here they are,” she said and…

Part 1: Promotion.     “Isaac, come on, you’ll be late for school,” I said, shaking him in his sleep.   “Mom,” he whined. “Just…Just five more minutes,” his voice…