When I get home, I have gone viral again. Not exactly me, but little me. Other people are now sharing their embarrassing school play stuff too—#nativityfails is trending. Teresa is actually a genius, and I text her to tell her. I’m very lucky to have the family that I have. Perhaps I don’t tell them as much as I should.
I feel this way, all warm and fuzzy, until I find Mum in my room inflating the airbed.
“Millie!” she says excitedly. “Rod and Lauren are having their house done up by specialists. They’ve found asbestos in the walls! The thing is, it’s really a big job, so I’ve asked if he wants to stay here! And Lauren can stay with you! It’ll be FUN! It’s only for a day or two!”
It’s that “fun” word again.
I realize I’m being a grump. I love Lauren and I need to be more patient. Plus, selfishly, I know having her around will take my mind off Danny not being around.
Lauren crashes into the bedroom and starts shouting, “Isn’t this the best holiday EVER?!”
I nod and give her a hug. She puts her bag onto my bed. “Do you mind if I sleep here, Millie? I don’t really sleep well on air!”
I nod. To be honest, I feel so tired that I could sleep in a hedge.