I REQUESTED SOMETHING COMPACT AND COZY—THEY ARRIVED WITH SIX UNEXPECTED TREASURES
During their morning rounds, they consistently pose the same question. “Is there anything you require today, Marcie?” On most days, I simply smile and decline. What do you express when you’ve already inquired about everything that once held significance? Your appetite has vanished, your beloved TV show no longer captivates you, and your body has…