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The Things That Did Not Happen This Valentine’s Day

A small stone engraved with the words “one day at a time,” resting on wood as rainbow light falls across it.
February 15, 2026
This Valentine’s Day looked nothing like I expected. There were no red roses delivered by my dad like there had been for as long as I can remember. There was no card waiting on the counter, no moment that felt celebratory or light. The day arrived quietly, carrying absence with...