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The radio discussed nothing but the recent car bombing in San Francisco; angry voices argued over the lack of preparation of law enforcement and whether or not the U.S. government had adequately protected the city. Austin turned it off just after they passed Macon.
The skyscrapers of downtown Atlanta glowed on the sides of the interstate, stretching high into the night sky. Traffic was mercifully light. After passing through the city, he took the exit for Marietta and for home. New gas stations had been built during his absence, continuing the erasure of green space in the growing suburb. He smiled as they passed the coffee shop, though, happy it still remained. Josh and Kadyn would be glad to know that they could meet for coffee again once they all were in town.
His stomach dropped.
