Waking up later than usual, Amber slept in the guest bedroom of the Dickly castle. It was Black Friday, and an overflow of duties was suddenly apparent to Amber. Little Trista jumped up and down in the portable crib, expecting to have the previous night"s diaper changed and to have a bonding moment with Mommy while she lay on her lap, drinking a bottle. In addition to this, Paulette was surely awake in her room and expecting to start the day. It was nearly eight o"clock in the morning. Every other morning, Amber was sure to be there by seven o"clock. Hopefully Paulette would understand.
After a quick change of Trista"s diaper, Amber walked into Paulette"s bedroom with Trista toddling behind. Paulette was not happy! She wore a bitter frown that asked, “Where have you been?” Like most peopl
