after this

a novel.

Some things get postponed with good intentions.

Some things get postponed because it's easier.

Most of us call it "later" and assume time will agree.

March 9 – 14

Six voices

Avery

the one leaving

Lila

the one holding

Priya

the one who knows

Mateo

the one who stays

Jonah

the one who waits

Sloane

the one who won't look

We keep saying after this
as if this will wait for us.