Betty Lee, Freshman

Betty Lee is on the brink of a big change. At almost fourteen, she faces the excitement and anxiety of packing up her childhood home and traveling to a bustling city where her father’s new business awaits. As she hurriedly dresses, helps her younger siblings, and bids farewell to familiar faces, the ordinary morning routine becomes a rite of passage.

The story captures the swirl of emotions that come with leaving behind a beloved town—nostalgia, responsibility, and the hopeful promise of new adventures. Betty’s keen observations of her family’s dynamics, the bustling streets of Buxton, and the quiet confidence of a friendly boy named Bill offer a vivid portrait of life on the cusp of change. Listeners will find herself rooting for Betty as she steps onto the train, wondering what the city will hold for this bright‑eyed, determined young girl.