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Opting to prioritize her siblings' welfare over her own aspirations, Leanne enrolled in night school and took on a daytime job, effectively shutting out her peers to avoid any questions that may threaten their fragile family unit. While she loved Jamie and Polly dearly, the sacrifice exacted a toll. How could she enjoy life when it felt stolen from her? The burden of their dependency inadvertently fostered a mild resentment, a feeling of time lost to responsibilities that marred her youth.