Seneca is another woman who comes to the Convent and does not leave. She had a difficult childhood and when she becomes an adult it becomes even harder for her. It is clear that she is abandoned by her sister who is also her mother when she was younger. Jean leaves a note for his sister; “Drenched in happiness, she folded…the rest of her life” (128). She was so happy that her sister left her a note that she kept for her entire life. Even though she couldn't read, she didn't ask anyone to read the letter to her. He finally got to read it in first grade, but over time it became nothing more than smeared lipstick. Keeps it in the shoe longer. This highlights that when she was younger, she hoped her sister would come back to her. Seneca's sister gives her strength, but also feels that it is her fault why she left. As we delve deeper into her story, we learn that she lacks self-confidence and likes to please others. While visiting her boyfriend in prison, she looks around and sees all the happy families and children visiting their loved ones. He begins to think that maybe Eddie will be like the other men who get incarcerated after he's been there a while; “Not furious, victimized… I'm out” (132). He's making her feel like she's worthless. She tries to do everything to please him, but he doesn't care. It is clear that he is neglecting his own needs, happiness and fulfillment