Months after her sister’s departure, Jaelyn grapples with change, from a bittersweet birthday package to spontaneous soccer games with quirky neighbors. But the ultimate disruption comes with news of an unexpected move to Dallas. Packed with humor, emotion, and the awkward charm of childhood, this chapter captures what it feels like to lose your home—and still hope for magic.

In the paradise of Wahiawa, young Jaelyn finds joy in sea turtles, sisterhood, and CDs. But when her idolized sister announces a sudden departure to the Navy just moments before the New Year, her carefree childhood is shaken. A heartfelt exploration of sibling bonds, surprise goodbyes, and the moment innocence begins to fade.