Uneasy Warmth

She lifted her fork, scooped up a tender piece of fish, and dropped it into Callum's plate. "You need to eat more, too."

Callum grinned, nodded, and popped the fish into his mouth without protest.

The smoky warmth of the barbecue pushed back the winter cold, weaving the family closer together.

After dinner, Sadie and Callum slipped away to their room.

Sadie drifted to the window, watching snow spi