Magnus' Hammock

Magnus' Hammock is a tender, aching reflection on love, grief, and the moments that shape us forever. Inspired by author Jolene Hale's own memories, this deeply personal short story captures the heartbreak of losing a best friend and first love far too young. When Magnus dies suddenly while serving in the navy, the weight of unspoken truths and shared memories becomes almost too much to carry. Through rain-soaked funerals, stargazing nights, and the quiet comfort of a hammock that now bears his name, Jolene weaves a story of what lingers after loss-and what it means to love someone completely, even when it's too late to say it aloud.