The story of Michael`s trip home to a former adversary`s funeral is told with the serenity of a trip well- taken. Rather than fly or drive, he rides a train through the Great Plains, a motif that supports the steady forward ambling of the narrative; and allows the protagonist to reflect on the aging years and the separation from home.

Echoing many of the themes that are argued in our headlines and social media posts this very day, Sweet Cherry Sunday manages to be relevant to moments in our own lives while also allowing each reader to remember where we’ve gone while dually appreciating where we`re from -- even when we say goodbye to imagined fears, old flames, and trusted friends.