We sent it through Natalie. A few days later Graham mailed a brief note thanking Lily for her kindness and saying he hoped she would keep making videos. There was no attempt to turn what happened into a special bond she had to maintain. She put the note beside her paper buildings and went out to play.
On the first morning of her next school break, Lily asked if we could visit the public garden near our apartment. Rain had kept us inside for days. We took sandwiches and found a bench while the paths were still damp.
Llevaba la cámara consigo. Natalie nos había dicho que podíamos quedárnosla hasta que volviera a pasar por la ciudad, y Lily quería filmar las abejas en las flores tardías. Grabó unos segundos, paró y me enseñó la pantalla.
“Desde allí se ven mejor”, dijo.
La seguí hasta el otro lado de la cama. Se ajustó la correa en la muñeca antes de volver a levantar la cámara. Luego la extendió para que yo pudiera mirar con ella.
