Chapter 9: Lillian

I hear a knock at the door and rush to open it, hoping it is Jordan.  To my surprise, the mailman, a gentleman in his mid-thirties with black hair is standing there smiling with a package in his hand.  After handing it to me, he says, "It looks like it is from your parents, Mrs. McMasters.  I hope it is something good."  He nods and then says, "Good day to you." Before walking back to his vehicle and driving off.  

Looking down at it, I realize sure enough it is from my parents and after turning around and shutting the door, I open it before sitting back down.  Connie looking over my shoulder excited, can't wait for me to open the box inside, "Hurry up and open it.  I want to see."

Smiling, I rip the tape off and open the lid.  Inside is a dancing ballerina music box.  My parents have always known that I love these.  I remember when I was little, we would stop by the mall, and I came home with a different one eve