A grocery store in Stepping Stone, Louisiana sold me a jar of petroleum jelly and a couple of 3 Musketeers candy bars for Ellie and Jenny. I also bought a big tube of Ultra Brite tooth paste and three toothbrushes and a hair brush.
Once more, the girls and Momma showered first. They were over the moon with the toothpaste and toothbrushes. When I lugged my duffel bag into the steamy bathroom, Jenny was happily brushing Elli's hair with their new hairbrush. Carol shot me a grateful look and I smiled at her.
Once more, the black & white television provided the only light in the room when I exited the bathroom. A quick look at the two huddled forms in the other bed told me that Jenny and Ellie were sleeping. With hushed giggles, Carol dragged my fruit of the looms down and off, freeing my ha
