Instinct took control and I ran for cover in the shade of a large oak tree. Sinking into the depth of the shadow it cast. I took a moment to collect...
In the nick of time, Ethel and Julius walked in singing and laughing. Julius said between large breaths, “You should have been there, Noa, some kids...
I gave a small squeal that was masked by the sound of the fridge door shutting. “I’ll get that!” I assured Ethel as I grabbed the rag on the counter...