Aaron McCauley

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“Gotcha!” by Aaron McCauley

Submitted to Contest #265

*TW: Cancer/death* With a sudden gasp, no louder than a whisper, my mother took her final breath. My hand trembled as I felt her fingers loosen around mine. I knew I shouldn’t feel despair at this moment, as her long battle had finally come to an end and she was at peace. But losing her on Christmas Eve seemed unfair. Her favorite time of the year would now be spoiled for me. Our little house suddenly grew dim, and the only light twinkled on our small tree in the corner. I gently kissed her forehead, unable to hold back my tears any longer. ...

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