-ds- -21 - I Met My Cousin | - Tomoda Ayaka - Dec...

It’s been years since I last saw my cousin, Tomoda Ayaka. We grew up in different cities, only meeting at funerals or the occasional new year’s gathering. She was always the quiet one — sitting in corners, reading manga, barely speaking above a whisper.

“I’m staying the night,” she said, like it was already decided. -DS- -21 - I Met My Cousin - Tomoda Ayaka - Dec...

Tomoda Ayaka. December. Definitely a DS (deep session) – level 21. It’s been years since I last saw my cousin, Tomoda Ayaka

Some connections don’t need blood. But when they have it, and still choose you — that’s something else entirely. #TomodaAyaka #DecemberMemories #CousinConnection #DS21 #QuietReunions #LateNightTalks ” she said

Late December. Cold air, warm tea, and an unexpected knock on my door.

Title: DS-21 – I Met My Cousin: Tomoda Ayaka (December Reflection)