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one package remained.

The one addressed to both of us.

Inside were photographs, a folded paper crown, and one final envelope.

Across the front, Nora had written:

READ THIS OUT LOUD.

Leila laughed through her tears.

“Still bossy.”

“She was older,” I replied.

“By seven whole minutes.”

For the first time in years, the joke made us smile.

The letter began playfully,continue reading …