I don't go to Carla's party the next day. Alistair does--he must've been forced to go. There is no car on his driveway, which explains it. Ruth and I were finished playing UNO, and she turned on the TV to check on the news. I go upstairs to finish some of my homework.
On second thought, I detour and end up in front of Kallen's bedroom door. Ever since yesterday, I haven't forgotten that hugging episode. I never thought I'd have the courage to hug Alistair. He didn't push me back, neither did he hug back. He was surprised, and quite frankly, so was I. I went home scolding myself. I couldn't stop the urge to hug him. It was my brilliant hint to show him I cared.
I think about spending some time with Kallen. It's been years since I've done this, stop at his door and
