Drew planned a party. Hannah suggested a sleepover. And then, there was football. Ben was at our usual table in the library during study hall, but we weren’t alone. He spent the period working on calculus homework with ear buds in his ears. It was an easy assignment, so I didn’t have a reason to interrupt him. Not to mention my ego wouldn’t let me ask a stupid question. Claire, Courtney, and I met at Hannah’s house to get ready before the game. Aunt Barb was thrilled with my friendship with Hannah. I overheard her talking on the phone about it to Hannah’s mom. It was the first time I really felt part of the student body. The National Anthem played as we walked in. When Aunt Barb raised her hand to wave at me from the parent section of the stands, Lisa shook her head to stop her. A huge smile crossed both of their faces. The game started, as we found seats wedged in between some guys in front of us and juniors behind us.
