Prologue
Much of her short life has been quite happy, living in the small town of Derry, Maine. It's also been quite innocent, playful, and free of stress from adult things. 9-year-old Sofia would go to 4thgrade as happy as can be, making friends and learning whatever she could. One thing that stood out the most was her musical abilities; she plays piano, has been since kindergarten and has come far for her age in her skills.
Although at home, these relations aren't exactly the same. Sofia's parents are in and out of the house quite frequently, leaving her older brother Josiah, who is 13, to help with everything. When Sofia and Josiah's parents ARE home, it's a madhouse. Bickering back and forth between each parent, giving the bare minimum to their children.
Much of their home lives went like this, living off of school activities and friend support to live.
"…how many times am I gunna have tell you Dave?! You know I can't stand crowds, much less crowds of KIDS!"
"Babe, if you help out with this, it'll help Sofia and Josiah. Not every kid can get a chance to do this!"
"Think about them, not just yourself..." …