Raeanne (p. 57), Kaeleigh (p. 67), Raeanne (p. 77), Kaeleigh (p. 89), Raeanne (p. 99) Summary

In Raeanne (p. 57), Raeanne stays out late on purpose with Mick, hoping Daddy will be passed out by the time she gets home. Tonight, she gets her wish. Daddy has been on OxyContin since the accident; the doctor refills the prescription without question. Raeanne borrows a few pills and some Wild Turkey from time to time. Raeanne is careful not to cough when she swallows the burning whiskey, so as not to wake Daddy, then loses herself on the "Oxy/Turkey merry-go-round" (p. 61). Raeanne remembers the first night Daddy came to their bedroom, even if Kaeleigh can't or won't. With slurred speech, Daddy told Kaeleigh he was so lonely and kissed her on the lips, with love that was meant for Mom. Raeanne lingered in...