Emily Herman

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“If There Is Not a Tomorrow” by Emily Herman

Submitted to Contest #77

My lungs tightened, short of breath, as I heaved my way up the hill with my brother at my side, holding me up. It had been weeks since I had been outside, months since I had done anything other than a short walk around the hospital garden. The temperature had dropped significantly since the last time I had been out. It nipped at my cheeks and chin and numbed my fingers. I used to hate it, the way the cold would devour you whole, the burning on my legs, and the sharpness in my lungs. But now I relished it. Took it in for all it was worth wond...

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Hi! My name is Emily and I am so excited to start sharing my writing! I hope you enjoy what I have to offer!