"Heavy Snow," by Han Kang
Briefly

Inseon's text was not casual—she only sent my name when something urgent needed discussing. I knew it was important and could feel the weight behind it.
Inseon returned to Jeju eight years ago to care for her mother with dementia. Their close relationship left a void after her mother's passing, altering their interactions.
Over the years, distance changed our friendship. What were once regular visits turned into years apart, highlighting the challenges of maintaining relationships through time.
Inseon had transformed her life to care for her mother, resulting in deeply emotional experiences intertwined with longing for our past friendship and shared moments.
Read at The New Yorker
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