I was lucky that Carolyn had taken me under her wing, that she’d allowed me into her circle of friends. I couldn’t jeopardize my standing by taking Ginny’s side. I attempted to cool Carolyn’s hot temper whenever she began bickering with Ginny, but these attempts were unsuccessful. I was placed in an impossible position. I liked Carolyn and was grateful for the many times she’d given me a ride in her glossy white car and the occasions on which she’d let me borrow her shoes or a bracelet.
