A Shortcut

Family

I woke up with a start. The thunderclaps howled all night, but I woke up to the loudest of them all. My brother screeched downstairs. He's afraid of everything! I got out of bed sluggishly, muttering to myself. Ace screamed " Anthea! The monster's not going away!" I shook my head. Sometimes he's cute when he's scared. I quickly tied my cherry black hair and ran downstairs. I grabbed a apple and went to Ace's room. "Acey what's up?" I sat on his bed, watching his trembling body under the covers. " I m-miss M-momma" he stuttered, quickly wiping his salty tears.
I sighed. I wish that Ace could be happy. But Mom needs money for us. I kissed him on his forehead and smiled gently "She will come back, Ace" I said. Ace nodded but still wiped his tears. "Now go wash your face and eat breakfast" I handed him an apple. He slowly moved to his bathroom. I started packing for school. I looked around the house sadly. I also have family problems. Maybe I'm not in love with life, but I'm still perfect.