The White Napkin
It was the first thought that struck her as she woke up. He was gone. And soon, this house with all its memories would be gone as well. It was the strangest feeling ever. She glanced at the empty wheel chair. His half paralyzed body, sunken eyes, dark lips and an expression that remained suspended between despair and false hope– everything came alive for a moment. She went outside in the garden. The red old hibiscus smiled back at her. The still delicate mango tree swayed gracefully, its soft green leaves...