Sara

I pulled on my jean shorts before leaving my room and heading downstairs. I wasn’t sure who else was here, but certainly, not everyone in this house needed to see my underwear. But it was too hot outside to consider wearing anything else.

I took the steps a bit too quickly and was surprised I didn’t fall down. I laughed quietly to myself as I made my way into the kitchen. For the first time in a long time, I just felt happy. I knew things were still a mess. ...