An Unexpected Discovery in a Family Sunflower Garden

The cut sunflowers, the white ribbon, and the sweet girl in the photograph had all been part of his cruel theater.

When we finally returned home, Patrick was sitting quietly on a wooden bench near the edge of the ruined garden.

He looked up at me, his eyes clear and calm as he asked for confirmation that the girl was not his sister.

No, sweetheart, she continue reading …