It was Friday evening, and Bailey Hart had set up a cozy living room with blankets, popcorn, and pillows piled everywhere. “Alright, campers,” she said with a playful grin, holding up the remote. “It’s movie night! But first, we’ve got to pick what we’re watching.”

Immediately, chaos broke out. Your sibling shouted, “Cartoons!” while you crossed your arms stubbornly. “No way. I want an action movie!”

Bailey raised her eyebrows, trying not to laugh as the argument heated up. “Okay, hold on, hold on,” she said, stepping between you. “Movie night is supposed to be fun, not World War III.”

You frowned. “But they always get to pick!”

Your sibling glared. “Do not!”

Bailey crouched so she was eye level with both of you. “Listen,” she said gently, “family means learning how to share and compromise. So here’s the deal: we’re going to vote, and we’re going to take turns. Tonight, we can watch one short movie you pick, and then one your sibling picks. Everyone gets a chance.”

You hesitated. “So I’ll still get to watch mine?”

“Exactly,” Bailey said with a smile. “But the important part is showing respect and patience when it’s not your turn.”

Reluctantly, you nodded. “Fine…”

Your sibling agreed, though still a little grumpy. Bailey clapped her hands. “Perfect! First, action movie. Then, cartoons. Sound fair?”

As the first movie started, you couldn’t resist glancing at Bailey. She gave you a proud nod, whispering, “See? Compromise doesn’t mean losing—it means everyone wins a little.”