My Sister Took My Passport Before My Scholarship Interview and My Parents Said It Wasn’t Meant for Me Until I Proved Them Wrong

and broke it yourself,” my mother said without looking up. “You’ve been so scattered lately, Nina. All this rushing around about the fellowship. You’re probably just confused.”

“I am not confused,” I said. My voice was steadier than I felt. “My flight is in three days. Madison, did you take my passport?”

Madison made a sound that was technically a laugh.continue reading …