For My Graduation, They Left A Frozen Pizza On The Counter And Sent A ‘Congrats’ Text In The Family Group Chat. A Week Earlier, They Threw My Sister A Backyard Bash With Fireworks And A Drone Photographer. When I Asked Why, My Parents Shrugged, “You’re Not Really The Celebrating Type.” I Didn’t Reply. I Didn’t Eat. I Just Grabbed My Bag And Walked Out The Door. That Night, My Grandpa Texted: “WHY’S EVERYONE FREAKING OUT?”
There had been fireworks exploding in the sky and a drone capturing every moment. My fingers tightened around my diploma…