Rebecca Paterson

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“Making Amends” by Rebecca Paterson

Submitted to Contest #268

Trigger Warning: Substance Abuse, Child Neglect, Child Death, Mental HealthI could feel the heat intensify as the metaphorical speaking stick was passed around the circle. My fists tightly closed in the pockets of my hoodie. hands tensely rubbing together, moving, clasping, unclasping, moving my thumbs to each of my fingers. out of pocket, back in pocket. Like my hands weren't my own and were in attempted escape from my body. After this guy is finished it was my turn, let’s just hope he’s in the rambling mood. I hear the group leader " John,...

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