Reba begins making her nightly rounds to check on the kids. Jake and Kyra are both sound asleep, but Cheyenne's room is empty. On the neatly made bed lies this note:
Dear mom:
I'm so sorry, but I had to leave. I no longer felt welcome in the house, and I did not want to become a burden. You see, I have made a couple mistakes in life, but one in particular has now changed my life. I'm pregnant. I know that with dad being gone now, the last thing you need is another child to take care of. Don't worry. I will find a way to make this work. I got myself into this mess, and now I will have to deal with it. Don't worry. I'm not stupid. I'm going to keep the baby and give it all the love I possibly can, but I know deep in my heart this is something I would have to do on my own. I will write to you as soon as I can.
Love
always,
Cheyenne
Reba slowly sank down onto the bed. She was so angry. How could Cheyenne do this?!? Is she stupid?!? Then, the reality of it all sank in and the tears began to fall. Her daughter was gone.