Wed, 2 September

cl. 4.2(b) — "data retention period." He can't say how long a year is worth. The boy already knows: exactly as long as it takes pineapple to stop hurting. Red felt hat, on by three. Scooter down at the doorframe, where 'if he lets go' turned into 'he let go.' Water, all down the front of him. Neither of us minded. Signed this, unread, standing in the doorway.