“Happy birthday to you, Sally.” Erin said, smiling at Sally who returned the smile gratefully.
“Thank you very much, Erin. How on earth did you know?”
“Well, I remember that Brian took you out to celebrate last year on this date. So, how are you celebrating it today? Is any of your family coming over or something?”
Sally fidgeted uncomfortably, and looked away. “I’m not celebrating it. I do not celebrate my birthday.”
“What? Why not? I can’t imagine not celebrating my birthday, even though I don’t have many friends here.” Erin said, shuddering at the mere thought. “I always go back home and my parents either throw a party, or organize a birthday dinner for me. Where are your parents?”
“They’re dead. Um, I have to go get something outside.” Sally said abruptly and stood up to go outsid
