GINGER
I felt really emotional that evening as I put in more effort into the potluck than I had for the past few years. I went all out and deep-fried extra spicy buffalo wings and cut up carrots and celery to go along with them, adding a milder option as well. Paige, the overachiever, made beef empanadas.
Our mom gave us a ride to Heidi's house, where we were greeted by both Heidi and Kelli. They both gave us big hugs and we made our way upstairs to the kitchen where we lay out our spread.
"I can't eat as spicy as you guys, so I made a mild potato salad," Kelli said.
"That's okay. I made a few milder empanadas. You can have those ones," Paige offered.
"I made some mild honey barbecue wings," I added. "Just stay away from the buffalo ones."
"I went mild this time too," Heidi said. "My
