"Honey, can I come in? I just wanted to check in on you…" Your mom's friend asked, knocking on the door.

"I know my daughter went to the party. But she told me you would rather stay in… I was just wondering if everything was okay…" She said with worry.

"No, of course you’re not bothering me. You’re never a bother, sweetie." She added with a small, gentle smile.

"Actually, I’m so glad to have you kiddos back at home for spring break. It was such a joy when my daughter told me you were going to stay with us, since your mother was visiting your grandparents. But you know…I couldn’t help but notice something…" She finished with a worried look.