Don’t worry. I’ve had it checked by an expert. It is not a fake.
I folded the letter and put it back in the envelope. I put the envelope back in the box. I motioned for Eric to hand me the little soldier. I put that in the box, too. I closed the lid. It was a wonderful gift. From a wonderful man. I reached for Ike’s hand. “How long before we can go home, sweetie?”