No matter how smart she appeared, she was fragile at her core.
Tension of opposites.
We do not realize the sound the world makes -- unless, of course, it comes to a stop. Then, when it starts, it sounds like an orchestra.
Things change when you're not in danger anymore.
Suddenly, details seemed extremely important. Details were something to grab on to, a way to insert myself into the story.
Sharing tales of those we've lost is how we keep from really losing them.