Chapter 2 [1-2]

Chapter 2

“Mom, you don’t have to take me today,” I said, grabbing my backpack from the couch. “I’m going to take the bus.”

“But that is a very long ride.” She said, watching me. “I can just take you in my car.”

“You're already late to work and I’m not in a rush. Besides, I’m going to the library first before my class.” I said, checking my wallet for change then took a deep breath turning to her. “Doctor Brown always said that I need to get adjusted to doing things myself, and I’m trying to do that. I haven’t been on the bus this whole month and I need to get back to doing that again.”

“I know.” She said, reaching out to hug me. “I forget that you're not a little kid anymore.”

“Mom,” I whined and hugged her back.

She lets me go, trying to give me a supporting smile. “Alright. Just text me if you need me to pick you up later. Your last class ends at six, right?”

I nod, making my way to the front door. “I’ll let you know once I’m out.”

“Be careful crossing the streets.”

“Bye, M