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ornament from a trip Olivia and I took to Santa Fe. A wooden star my colleague gave me.

Olivia was by the fireplace adjusting the stockings. She was wearing one of my oversized flannels and humming a jazz version of “Jingle Bells.”

“Josh,” she called out. “Do you think the dog needs a stocking? I feel like he’s been a very good boy this year.”

I smiled.continue reading …