the smoke. Because of him, I grew up. Because of him, I became a pilot. He’s aboard this flight today, but I won’t identify him. He never wanted recognition.”
Michael paused.
“He simply wanted people to get home safely. Today, I’ll do everything I can to bring you home, just as he once brought me home.”
The announcement ended.
For a few seconds, nobody moved.
Then applause began.
Dad’s lips trembled.
I leaned closer and heard him whispering two names.
“Frank. Ruth. Frank. Ruth.”
About ten minutes later, someone approached
