I've read this story a couple more times since leaving my comment and every sentence I didn't highlight before also stood out on re-reading.
![thud :thud:](./images/smilies/icon_thud.gif)
And these days, I'm seeing echoes of this story in the real world too.
It is a truly beautiful story!
cassysj wrote:I think I missed this one too. I love the way Mick is playing everything in his mind.