The Fat Lady Sings: The Magic Ties That Bind
______________________ I HAVE NEVER FELT closer to Nicole. I’m grateful to Auntie for the inheritance, not that I wanted her to die. It’s not that at all. It’s just that Auntie’s money has allowed me to take Nicole on this trip to Disney World. It’s been such a great trip! Five days in the Magic Kingdom theme park, one day at Kennedy Space Center, and one day at Marineland. I’ve always wanted to take my daughter on a vacation like this, but money’s always been tight, with my divorce, going to school, and all. I know I haven’t always been the best mother – all that past drug use must have blown my brain chemistry. I have lived my life backwards, and I’m sure my zigzag course has affected my relationship with Nicole in negative ways. Though she never says much about it. These days, she seems to be preoccupied with something else, something puzzling and mysterious – I can’t put my finger on it. Maybe it’s just a kid thing. After Auntie died last year, I received ...