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Fifteen Years Later: A Forgotten Clue
Over the years, the gift became part of our family legend—the “mystery Walkman.” Fifteen years later, while packing for a move, I found the old yellowed newspaper again. As I scanned the headlines, a chill ran through me. The paper was from early December 2001, detailing a local charity drive supporting struggling families during the holidays.
The article, titled something simple like “Community Steps Up for the Holidays,” described anonymous donors providing gifts to families in the East End of London—exactly where Thomas and I lived. One detail stood out: a generous donation of brand-new cassette Walkmans, “highly coveted by kids,” even if slightly outdated. This wasn’t just wrapping; it was a subtle clue.
A Symbol of Hope
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