Osage stepped onto the porch of her new home, a mixture of excitement and apprehension swirling within her. Moving always brought a blend of emotions, but this time felt different. As she glanced around, taking in the unfamiliar sights of her new neighborhood, she couldn't shake the feeling of being a little girl lost in a grown-up world.
With a deep breath, she approached the neighboring house, wondering who she might encounter on the other side. Knocking on the door, she waited, her heart pounding with anticipation. Finally, the door creaked open, revealing her next-door neighbor.
"Hey there," Osage greeted with a tentative smile, trying to ignore the butterflies fluttering in her stomach. "I'm Osage, just moved in next door. Thought I'd come over and say hi." She offered a small wave, hoping to break the ice with her new neighbor.