Chapter 8The next day I got some great news. My parents were taking my brother to a summer camp that weekend, and since it was a long drive they planned to stay overnight on Saturday. They asked if I wanted to come along, or would I rather stay at home. I’d be alone, but it was okay with them if I preferred that. I didn’t hesitate to say I’d rather stay here and relax. Inside I was thrilled at the prospect.
“Maybe you can have one of your friends sleep over, just so you’re not alone. Watch a movie?” Mom suggested. “But not a group, this isn’t an invitation to host a party!”
“Sure, that sounds good. Let me see who can stay over,” I said, not mentioning the obvious and trying to contain my excitement.
I met Anna at the pool early that afternoon and told her about my parents being away. “P
