Watching as Ann removed her apron, Dustin could already smell her sweet scent of freshly baked bred and lavender. He was comforted by her when she laid next to him. He felt her touch his still red and puffy cheek and almost flinched. It has been a long time since he felt the touch of someone so soft and caring. It was soothing when she wrapped her arms around him. When she smoothed his hair Dustin closed his eyes enjoying the attention. He listened to her encouraging words and smiled a little gaining hope in his future once more. "Thank you Miss Ann, I hope to grow in this new place." He whispered as he started to fall asleep from her gentle actions. "I will try my best to make everyone proud especially my parents." With that comment Dustin was asleep in Ann's arms like a child.