the day that started it all

At just 16, Maya's life was shattered by tragedy, losing her parents and sister in a devastating car crash. Though she and her brother survived, Maya's ability to walk without crutches was forever altered. As she navigates the halls of high school, she faces not only the physical challenges but also the cruel taunts of bullies. Yet, amidst the darkness, a glimmer of hope emerges as a friend offers her companionship and even asks her out. However, this unexpected romance threatens to upend any chance Maya has of reclaiming a semblance of normalcy in her high school experience, leaving her torn between her desires and the harsh realities of being a girl in a world filled with judgment and expectation.