White Horse (39 page)

We name our daughter for her, Nick and I. Irini. Peace. As the ground claims her for its own, I pray the snake woman of Delphi has found her peace as I have found the beginnings of mine. I thank her—for all days.

And when I lay my head upon his chest on those hot summer nights, I try not to notice Nick’s beating hearts.

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