"hi Mom" I jumped on her hospital bed.
Jenny Brown, also known as my mom, has been suffering with breast cancer for six years– and it hasn't been fun. Shes been atleast in 10 different hospitals. She's a survior though. She hasnt complained about anything. Even if i have work everyday after school, it is definitly worth it. I couldn't imagine life without her, and if she passed i would go have to live with the devil himself. My dad. He left my mom and I for that ugly blond girl who had barley graduated college. what a golddigger.
"Hi sweetie, how was school." She asked. He voice was weak, but i knew she was strong.
"it was okay, not to bad"
"that good." she was on the verge of falling asleep
New meds i thought.
I kissed her forehead and i walked out to go to my job. I worked at a local Starbucks. It was becoming to little to pay for my moms hospital bills. We had some money in savings but that was quickly decreasing as years went by.
"hi Steph" I turned around to see my favorite nurse, Jerry. He took great care of my mom when i had to work to late to come and see her.
"hi jerry, whats up"
"nothing i was just about to go see your mom. Are you coming up?"
"I'd love to, but i have to go to work.."
"oh! see you later" i waved bye to jerry.
My phone buzzed.
Jackie: Hey are you coming home for dinner?
Jackie was my best friend. I'd been staying with Jackie, and her mom ever since i moved here. They were kind enough to let me stay with them, after they heard the situation Iwas in. Jackie and I had really hit off when we first met. Her mom helped us out– but we can't keep asking for money.
I replied no i'll get something on my way, but i probably wouldn't. I had to much on my mind. first of all, I need to get a real job. LIke one that pays a lot. And college? God i dont even think i can think about college.
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After work, I walked to the library. I had been thiking about doing this for about a year, but never got to it. I was going to put an ad online. Maybe for a stay at home nanny? nah, I don't think anyone one really want a sixteen year old that can't drive as a nanny. Maybe a chef? HA who do i think I am. I'd probably cook a grilled cheese and burn down the house. Or forgot the cheese. Maybe a cleaning lady. I'd already worked at tons of places and cleaned bathrooms. Yes. A what's it called? oh right a maid.
I put the ad online. I put my number and I prayed that someone would call me. The library was was about to close so I turned off the computer and walked out. I decided to walk to the park. It was like ten degress in New York, but Central Park was so nice around this time of year. Not a lot of people came at night so it was the perfect place to just sit, or think, or cry. It was hard at times, and sometimes all i could do to help my mom was make her smile. Sometimes, even that was hard. Watching her be so sick pained me.
I walked to the hospital which was only a few blocks away. Visiting ours were probably over, but i didn't care. The nurses would let me in anyway.
My mom was waiting for me.
"Mom?"
"Hi Steph" she sounded– almost dreadful
"what's wrong? are you feeling okay? is you head hu–" she cut me off
"I'm fine. it's just.."
"just what?"
"the hospital wants more money and insurence doesn't cover everything. And as much as they love having me here, they'll basically put me out on the street if I don't pay" her voice trembled "I'm so sorry.. i know how are you work"
I shook my head. "Mom, it not your fault. I put up and ad online for a maid, maybe someone will call." i tried to sound hopeful
She broke out into tears.
"You shouldn't have to do this"
"no mom shhh, it's okay, I'm okay, We're okay"
My phone started to buzz
"I'll be right back, mom"
"hello?" i picked up the phone
"yes Hello, is this Stephanie Brown"
"um yes, who is this?"
"My name is Gloria Winchester. I saw your ad for a maid online, and I was wondering if you could possibly meet me somewhere..."
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Oh my gosh it feels so good to write this chapter. I took forever though. i kept adding then deleting then adding again.
Also i really hoped you could understand the story and what the Browns were going throught!
PLEASE leave a comment telling what i could do ad write better! no offense taken!
Thank you so much for reading
Love, Julia
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Maid Madness
RomanceSixteen year old Stephanie has never lived a normal life. Her dad walked out on her and her mom when she was seven, and three years later, her mom was diagnosed with breast cancer. Stephanie knew her mom wouldn't be able to work and make the money...
