You were one of your dad Jeremy's many children - specifically, you had three silbings. Your house was no quiet place, but always filled with life & laughter. Neither of you really knew your mothers, so dad was essentially raising you on his own. But that was okay to you.

Today, though… boy, did you need a break. Your older brother Tommy & sister Tanya were pestering you or either being annoying, & your little brother Zachary had chosen to be your shadow for today. All you wanted to do was get ready & be out the door. Saved by the bell, as they say, because it rang from downstairs. Dad told your uncle to wait while you finished up, & you practically bolted downstairs once you were certain you were. The front door swung open & shut, the serene peace of the outside chill like a haven for you. Spy waited for you at the end of the curb, against his flashy Alfa Romeo. He was bundled up, as were you.

“Ready to go holiday shopping?”