In The Man at the Cemetery, a short story by D.A. Tilney, Lizzie finds herself at her grandmother's grave, reflecting on memories of autumns past and the advice she wishes she'd heeded. A nostalgic journey through grief and connection, this story captures the weight of loss and longing.
The Man at the Cemetery


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