Ariel Pays It Back
Monday morning Ariel spotted Jasmine, Bell, and Cindy standing on the lawn in front of school and veered toward them. Cindy whistled low and long when she saw Ariel approaching. Scanning her friend up and down, she said, “Wow, Ariel. Who are you trying to get an A from?” The redhead blushed fetchingly but she looked down at her outfit then dismissively asked, “What, this old thing?” ‘This old thing’ was an ensemble of her mother’s work and play clothes. Sharon helped her plan an outfit for the...
Reluctance