Chapter 3- Jeniffer's arrival

The day I left was a hard one, my parents let me have Chris and Christina help me pack, which was extremely emotional. Then the parentals drove my the 50 miles to Capital Hospice, a building so large it amazed me, and yet somehow it still managed to look like a home, my new home. There was a certain warmth to it, one that I had not expected. I had been scared, worrying about living out my last days in a hospital setting, but this place was definitely not a hospital setting . . Just a mansion that was to be my new home.

My parents and I stood beside the car staring up at it for minute after passing minute before getting my bags. My parents and the male nurse who came out carried my bags while I got my lap top and purse.

As soon as I entered through the doors, I knew I was home. No tears would cloud my eyes, and a smile fell over my lips for the first time in a long, long time. I was really home.

"Okay Jeniffer. The doctor suggested that it would be best if your parents leave now, and allow you to become familiar with our home, one of the staff will guide you through this." The male nurse explained in a soft, nice voice. I smiled at him, and turned to my parents.

"He's right. This is something I should do on my own. I'll be awaiting your visit. I all ready like it here. You guys made the right choice, Thank you. I love you both." I hug them, and give them each a kiss.. The tears are streaming down their cheeks now.

"I'm happy here." I assure them, smiling again, they nod, and allow sad smiles onto their face.

"That's all we've ever wanted for you." My dad tells me,

"I know Daddy. Thank you both." I walk them back to the door.

"We'll be back to visit you soon dear, I promise." My mom tells me, patting me on the shoulder, and leaving a kiss on my forehead before following my dad out the door.

I walk back into the office and pick up my purse and lap top, loving the familiar feel of the leather case in my hands.

"Hello, Miss Lasiana. I'm Dr. Carey, but everyone around calls me Doc. Welcome to our home. I'm going to take you on a tour, and then introduce you to another member of our family who will help you get acquainted with the others here." The old woman with the laugh lines tells me, with a gentle smile.

I smile back and nod, following her as she shows me the kitchen and dining area, the back yard, the health center, and finally my room on the second floor. She guides me to the elevator to get there, for which I am thankful, I haven't had much energy lately and every little thing helps.

"Now, there's someone I'd like you to meet." She knocks on a door down the hall from my own, I stand next to her while we wait.

A beautiful guy opens the door, and a smile graces his generous lips. I find myself smiling back into those capturing blue/green eyes.