Bridge Over Yesterday

Scholastic Honorable Mention

Excerpt

“Hey guys, how are you?” Your voice isn’t smiling, either. It doesn’t carry the strength we rely on. For a second, I see a different you standing in your place. I feel a flash of doubt.

“Why did you call us?” Four asks, and I feel myself flinch when your face drops further.

“Is everything ok?” I ask.

“One, Two, Three, Four.” Three mumbles.

“For the past three years, you guys have been the most important thing to me. You’ve stood by me, and I love you all for your dedication.”

The past tense hasn’t gone unnoticed.