cremation

Hang the Ashes

Hang the Ashes

“Hang the ashes.” That’s what Katie told me. She turned her head as she coughed again. More blood rumbled up from her throat. “When it’s over, burn me up real good and hang the ashes.”  I wasn’t really sure that would keep them away, but I said yes, wanting to give her what comfort I could. I held her hand till it was over. I had to move fast once she quit breathing.