A loose braid wraps around the side of my neck and rests over my right shoulder, while the black, slouched, cowboy boots complete the look. I lean in close to the mirror once more as I check what little makeup I have on. Yesterday was one of the best days of my life thus far. The funny thing is, I finally feel like there will be many more to come. I was sad to watch my aunt leave, but it was great to spend some time with her. After a long hug, and me promising that I would come home to visit more often, she left. I didn’t cry. Instead, I waved her off with a smile. My heart felt lighter when Bailey hugged me goodbye. We exchanged phone numbers, and I told her that she could call me anytime, for anything. An easy smile found its way onto my face as I watched her climb into the passenger seat of her mom’s car. I sat there, prepared to watch them drive off, as well, but instead, her mother got out of the car and met me in front of it. “I don’t know if I can ever thank you enough,”
