My Leoly was gone.
The last time she spoke to me was outside that old, run-down apartment.
She was already in a wheelchair. She had to eat with a spoon.
She tried to tie my tie—but couldn't even manage a proper knot.
The last thing she said to me was, "It's getting colder. You should dress warmer."
So many signs. So many quiet goodbyes.
And I missed every single one. How could I have not seen it?
















