there was a time when this home was her domain. Sometimes she felt proud of it, sometimes she felt tied to it, but whether it was a burden or a blessing, it was hers to keep. Shed known better than anyone what this house needed; lately itd become one of the few aspects of her life she could control. there is no corner, no ridge along the steps or crack along the wall, that she doesnt know like her own body. the house may never have been the sanctuary shed always dreamed of, but at least it carried no surprises. It was comfortable.