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But Behind the Trees

A Special Addition to Right Tree Farm

You stare at the kitchen counter in a daze, pouring half of the box of cereal into our bowl.

Thanksgiving ended and you're glad for it. Almost every member of your family had nothing but criticism for your choice to quit school--not exactly your choice--your choice to move to the city, and even your haircut. You wanted to shout at them, "I don't want your life!" But they wouldn't have listened. They wouldn't have cared.

They all want you to rot in the same hole with them.

Your mother's voice wakes you out of your stupor.

"Aren't you late for work?"

You stare at the woman. The last thing you want to do is deal with more people who look at you funny and pass judgment. But because the job will give you the funds you need to leave and get a start somewhere else, you need to work and work hard.

Although, one thing you are looking forward to is fresh air and all those trees.

"Mom," you say, "that starts on Saturday."

She sighs. "I know, dear. It is Saturday."

You nearly drop the cereal box. You look at the clock. It is just after nine. You have to be there by ten.

You decide to:

:chocolate_bar: Grab a granola bar instead of cereal