It was our last day here with them. Dad made sure I was having the greatest time spending it with our relatives on Mom's side. It felt bittersweet, knowing we would soon leave this place that had become a temporary home, filled with laughter and warmth. And since it was our last time here, my cousin Paul said we were going to a spring. Thinking about it excited me. I don't know why, but every mention of a body of water I can swim in makes me feel like a child on Christmas morning. The morning sun filtered through the canopy of trees surrounding the mansion, casting a gentle, golden light that made everything seem a little more magical. The air was crisp and filled with the scent of pine and blooming flowers. It was the perfect day for an adventure, and I couldn't wait to dive into the coo

