“Do you think it’s a good idea?” Autumn was asking me.
She and I were both staring at a poster on the bulletin board. It was asking for volunteers who could help with the end of the school year’s celebration.
“If you think you can help, I say go for it. You won’t know unless you try.” I gently bumped her shoulder. “And besides, you already know someone. Irene’s in it and I bet you she’s going to be happy to know you’re involved too.”
She cheered up at the thought. “She’s on the beauty committee, isn’t she?”
“Not voluntarily, but yes, she is. Angela’s helping too. In fact, it’s the student council who’s heading the festivities, so Roan will also be helping.”
“How about you?” She looked at me. “Don’t you want to join?”
“Me? I designed the posters.”
Her eyes grew wide with admiration a
