Dishes and Secrets

"Uncle Graeven!"

The deafening, joyful chorus echoed through the entryway as a literal wave of children collided with Graeven. Within seconds, his massive, imposing frame was completely transformed into a human jungle gym. One young boy scrambled up his back, clinging to his broad shoulders with a gap-toothed grin, while a little girl wrapped her arms tightly around his left leg. Another toddler