Amanda, I want to read this a second and third time. There is so much richness, so much to consider between the lines and within the words you've chosen to use. I might need to see those family trees and those maps. There is something very empowering about the way your mother, you, and Sadie are all working at this together. "Her story is not mine to tell, but I can’t let her go." I think that is probably the most respectful action you could take.
Amanda, I want to read this a second and third time. There is so much richness, so much to consider between the lines and within the words you've chosen to use. I might need to see those family trees and those maps. There is something very empowering about the way your mother, you, and Sadie are all working at this together. "Her story is not mine to tell, but I can’t let her go." I think that is probably the most respectful action you could take.
Beautiful, fascinating and so well told. Thank you, Amanda.
What a fascinating and moving exploration of the traces on the land where you live, Amanda. This is so layered and beautiful.