Wow. This is beautiful. Poignant and introspective without being over-dramatic and ooc. I often have a problem with first person perspective, but you've used it quite well in this as well as in the parallel story from Jack's perspective. Nicely done.

I know it's years after the fact but I'm still not over it. I'm bookmarking your TW master list to come back and explore further when I have more time.