Growth

On Saturday morning she slipped into unconsciousness.  Once the doctor had confirmed what they already knew his father retreated to the cafeteria for a cup of coffee.  Jack also drifted out, not giving a reason why.  

Jonah reached over and took his mother's hand.  As she left them all behind something about her seemed so peaceful—so beautiful—that Jonah did not let go of her hand again until the nurse came in.