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...Night arrived as the festival garlands glitter in Little Italy. Almost late to my cake gathering. I stormed into one of the pastry shops and grabbed eclairs adorned with rose frosting and swirly lines, also striped tiramisu. Caught the B train back home. I lay down a grayish floral quilt on the floor, along with gift boxes, birthday cards, ribbons, candles, laughter, and wishes. I kept the room the way it was left from the celebration, until I journaled and put everything away…
- Lu, Fall 2024