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The narrative follows Brian, who is deeply entrenched in the grief of losing his daughter, Tabitha. One day at the supermarket, he impulsively buys a doll for her, reflecting his persistent hope. However, the trauma of losing Tabitha prevents him from fully accepting the situation. His wife, Amy, while sympathetic to Brian’s struggles, wishes he would join her in moving forward, highlighting the stark contrast in their grieving processes.
Brian's aversion to support groups, believing that other parents have definitively lost their children, signifies a powerful reluctance to face the reality of Tabitha's disappearance. His obsession with keeping her Christmas decorations intact and maintaining her untouched room serves to illustrate his deep-rooted denial.