Chapter 35: Want vs. Need

Chapter 35: Want vs. Need

Kathleen’s P.O.V

I pulled on my jeans and a t-shirt, staring back at the lean image in the mirror. It was barely a week working as Hayley's caregiver and I seemed to have lost significant weight.

Or was it just the way the jeans fit me that’s why it looked different? Either way, I did need a belt to secure my jeans now and that was fine by me. I was actually glad that I was getting into shape.

After finishing up getting ready and pulling on a large overcoat, I then walked to Hayley's room, wondering what she was doing in there alone. However, much to my surprise, I found her trying to get dressed, by herself.

"Aw," I beamed at her efforts. I loved that she was taking responsibility for things and trying to grow up. “Are you getting ready, sweetheart?”

"Yes, Miss Kathleen." She returned the smile, still tugging on the pair of jeans under a blue top she had worn.

"Do you want to twin with me?" I smiled again, wondering how she knew that I was wearing a blue shi