An Unexpected Discovery in a Family Sunflower Garden

my expression, and his voice rose in a panic as he demanded to know what was wrong.

A Web of Deceit

I could not bring myself to answer him quickly enough, my throat tight with a fresh wave of grief.

He suggested that perhaps makeup had been used to cover the mark, or that the bright sunlight washed it out.

I gently turned the photograph toward him and continue reading …