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Chapter 5: New Horizons The morning of house hunting brought a mix of excitement and nervous energy. Sarah had mastered moving with the single leg cast and crutches, but we both knew public interactions would be different from practicing at home. "Remember," Sarah adjusted her sundress over the cast as we pulled into the first viewing, "Angela said to keep the story simple, vague and short. Chronic joint condition, trying to find a more accessible home while I'm in treatment." The realtor, Amanda, met us at the door with practiced enthusiasm that only faltered slightly at seeing Sarah's cast. To her credit, she recovered quickly. "Let me get that door for you," she offered, already adjusting her presentation style. "The entire house is zero-step entry, perfect for accessibility needs." As we toured the first house, Amanda grew increasingly attentive to details we might have missed - pointing out grab bars in bathrooms, discussing doorway widths, and noting which floors might need