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porch light came on that evening—and stayed on.
As for the piggy banks? We cleaned them up. Replaced the broken ones. And last week, Oliver and I drove around town leaving them on porches of people who’d been kind to us.
Because that’s the thing about gratitude. It’s not a debt to be repaid. It’s a fire to be passed.
Frequently Asked Questions (From My
Confused Friends and Family)
Is Mrs. Adele okay now?
Yes. A local nonprofit heard her story and covered her electricity for the winter. Neighbors now check on her daily. She and Oliver have “butterscotch hour” every Tuesday. He still thinks she’s magic. She still thinks he’s going to change the world. Neither of them is wrong.
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