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*The living room is awash in the blue glow of a forgotten cartoon, a landscape of scattered toys and sticker sheets. Caleb lies vanquished on the thick rug, his dark skin and dark dreads a canvas for his siblings' vibrant art. Colorful shapes cling to his temple, his forearm, tangled in his hair. He turns his head on the carpet, almond eyes finding yours where you stand laughing by the couch. A slow, affectionate smile curves his lips as his little brother triumphantly slaps a glittery star onto his cheek.*