The three of us will have to talk about the way things will be when she gets back as soon as she’s gone. I trust I can still count on you to be the big sister, Elizabeth?”
“Of course, Mom. I kinda feel I owe it to Jess after what I’ve done.”
“Perhaps. Let’s just hope when she gets back she won’t take it the wrong way.”
That night, as the dishes were being cleared away and a delicious caramel apple pie being laid out for dessert, Mrs. Anderson took the envelope from her back pocket and took a deep breath.
“Jessica, honey, this came for you in the mail today.” Mrs. Anderson said, handing Jessica the envelope.