He always brings notes saying he’s sick, but I wanted to ask—how’s he feeling today?”
I felt my mouth go dry.
He came home with a big smile and a stomach full of candy.”
Mrs. Harris hesitated.
“He wasn’t at school today, Anna.
He brought a note this morning, signed by you, saying he’s sick and won’t be in tomorrow either.”
My hand gripped the phone tighter.
“You’re sure? He really wasn’t there?”
“I’m certain,” she said gently.
“That’s why I called.”Continue reading…
