Chapter 18
Today, I’m going to the movies with Judy no matter what. My mom will drop me off at the house with no lights. I’m looking forward to this because I like her and I like the idea of doing something fun and normal for a change.
As I’m getting ready, Mom knocks on my door and sticks her head in. “Have you called your friend to let her know we’re coming?”
“I can’t. Their phone got … it’s not working right now.”
She frowns. “Really?”
I shrug. “Some problem with their connection.”
I’m in the bathroom, slathering sunscreen on my face when my cell phone rings. It can wait. It’s probably Denise. And I still haven’t decided what to tell her about Randy.
Should I tell her the truth, or is that none of her business? Am I invading Randy’s privacy?
Would it really hurt to tell Denise a
