This short scene leads into a longer one of Mama reveals to the school principal what little Karen overheard.

Scene 2: Meeting Mama at School

Later, after a morning nutrition break spent thinking about Tammy, Karen saw Mama outside the school’s main office. She knew why she was there.

Mama gave her a hug and said, “I’m going to see Mrs. Sinclair, now, just like I said I would.”

Karen thanked her and hurried back toward her classroom. As she walked, she felt a wave of peace come over her.

Everything’s going to be okay, now.

Original text ©2022 by Karen Lynn-Chlup. All rights reserved.