The Cheshire House Three

Hello Journal,

There was so much noise last night that I barely slept. And when I woke up, I heard footsteps coming from upstairs. Like someone had broken in and was taking their sweet time walking around. So I did what the first person to die in a horror movie does. Got out of my room, walked to the stairs and called out,"Is anyone there?"

Of course I got no answer and heard the footsteps stop. So without really thinking of my own safety or getting a weapon, I ran upstairs. And all I found was an empty hallway like I should have expected. No signs that there is someone robbing the place. Or any real signs that anyone but myself had been up there since yesterday. So I did something that still doesn't make all that much sense to myself. I checked that God damned closet. And the little door was still closed like I had left it the other day. But, there was a very bright light coming from under the door. It definitely wasn't on when I left it alone the night before. So I moved everything in that closet to the side. Then I opened the door to find the tiny musty room didn't just have it's lights on. But the room was clean. Like spotless from the ceiling down as if someone spent all night fixing it up. And that was rather creepy but not terrifyingly creepy. It looked nicer and smelled better. Oh no. The horror! So scary...anyway. I checked the record player for what music it was playing. It wasn't anything I knew at all. And the label was weird. It was unreadable garbage. So I wisely left it alone, left the room and fed the fish. Then I went downstairs to make myself food.

I honestly don't know what to make of this. It's not like my Grandparents have anyone here or let anyone have a key. They would have told me about this. And I checked the place for any signs of a break in, like I should have before I ran upstairs. But thankfully there was nothing. No broken glass, the doors were still locked. All the windows were intact and either locked or had thick paint covering their frames. So there wasn't a silent way for anyone to break in whatsoever. And no possible way for them to have just disappeared like Houdini. There's only one rational explanation that I can think of. And that's possibly me just being half asleep and hearing things. Or just my brain tricking me into thinking something is up.

I mean, I am alone here. And I'm a horror fan, so it's just probably that. My silly imagination. Yeah....any way I'm going to be spending time outside today. Swimming, maybe some biking on the bicycle I got for Winter Solstice. Just some nice physical activity to keep my mind sharp and myself whole lot calmer. Now, I gotta do these dishes from last night. Get showered, dressed, and find a water bottle. It's probably going to be a hot day so I should put ice in it so I don't die of heat.

I wish I could call Stephanie. She'd love to ride bikes with me. Especially on this trail we discovered when we were a lot younger. It leads from near the lake to a convenience store. I might bring money if I wanna get something there. It would be nice to see if it's changed at all. Like new paint, employees, and I hope it isn't closed. I loved going to that place when I was eleven. My sister and I used to just bike ride there, get slushies, and go back to our grandparents place.

I hope it isn't closed. It would be nice to get a cherry slushie.

With Love,

Morticia.

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Ps:

So. The store is still there, they're hiring, and I got an application. Also a slushie. But the application is what I'm more proud of. It's really awesome and the people working there are nice. Like really nice and funny. I think I might fit in with some of them. There was this cute girl working there named Raven. She's so tall, athletic, and she loves the Addams Family! She said that I would probably be working days but I don't mind. It'll give me something to do during the day. And I can probably not have to deal with something freaky either. If I get the job I mean. I might not but the way that Raven was talking, I might. They seem to be a bit understaffed so hopefully I can get this so I can help out. Get a little more spending money too. And possibly a full-time job too. It would be great to get a full-time job.

Especially if I get to stay on after school starts up. I could save for college and all that. But before I continue to get ahead of myself, I should fill this out. Cuz it isn't going to do that itself. Afterwards, I can treat myself to a nice sandwich and chips. Or maybe sweet potato fries. I love those things. They're awesome with mayo or cream cheese. And a blt with avocado in it would be so awesome. I can't wait to make it for myself. But work first,fun and food later. Thankfully I know who to write as a contact for this. And that I got their current numbers before I was let go. But it's still a pain to write. And a bit difficult while writing a journal.

I know, easily fixable. So I'll have to end this entry now to finish it. But I promise to write more tomorrow or if something pops up. And in this place, that won't be too long.

Goodnight,

Morticia.