Floating in the Hail

                            The story follows Emma, whose life is divided into two parts: the "misty, shifting images" of early childhood and the stark reality that began the day her mother died. The narrative traces her journey as she navigates the world through the lens of this fundamental loss, where even a simple rainstorm serves as a haunting reminder of saying goodbye. As Emma grows, she struggles with feelings of unworthiness, the complexities of family relationships, and the search for identity amidst the "fog" of her own history.