The Weight of What Remains

POV: Sadie

My running shoes hit the dirt trail with a steady thud, but the unbelievable Texas heat takes a massive toll on my stamina. The dirt trail stretches endlessly ahead, flanked by towering oak trees that do nothing to block the brutal morning sun. The morning air feels thick with an oppressive humidity that clings to my skin, making every breath a chore. Sweat rolls down my temples and st