In the evening, Mei Mei went for a walk around the estate with two dogs, General Big Yellow and Black Guard who was staying over to renew their friendship.
It was that time of the evening when the sun was about to set but still casting long shadows from the trees and parked cars that lined the road like quiet guards, keeping watch over the neighborhood.
She walked slowly, not pacing herself like those who were running or out on walks. Her steps were lazy at times and active on others. She was listening to music through large furry headphones which she borrowed from Jun Yi.
It had been so long since she last walked by herself in such a relaxed way--as if she owned the sidewalk. She took deep breaths, sucking in the crisp evening summer air. It was the kind of day which made one feel warm and fuzzy on the inside.
A day which made nostalgia feel like a physical thing--something you could bump into if you weren't careful.
