He walked slowly. Conscious of each step, though his mind drifted. His past was always there with him, haunting and all consuming. He took a deep breath and felt the cold, brisk air fill his longs. This was relief. This was the future....

The wind was strong. I could feel the vibration of the windows rattling my bones. Pieces of debris slammed against the house and I knew whatever was out there was getting closer. I prayed that the path would be diverted but I knew it was in vain. I knew that this would be the end. I felt it in my soul. I felt it in my heart. I felt it as the tornado ripped off the side of that house and I was swif...