My vacation in the Carolinas with the parents was a turning point in our relationship, a long-delayed reacquaintance and reconciliation. Also, we had fun. While we were having fun, I was imagining the lovingly detailed post I’d write about this trip, and the captions I’d write for the 500 or so pictures I was taking. But [...]

I’m visiting my parents in South Carolina this week. It’s been four years since I’ve seen Mom and Dad. They look remarkably the same as they did the last time I was here, except happier. Which makes sense, because the last time I was here we were having my brother’s memorial service and our hearts [...]