“It’s just…well, I suppose this is all a big change for you.” “Only because other people make it a big change,” I say as I wipe my hands. “Right. Sorry. I didn’t mean to stare.” She grabs a fistful of paper towels and wipes her hands quickly, then holds one out to shake. “I’m Sarah.” “Danny,” I say, shaking her hand. The warning bell rings and we head for class. She goes the other direction from me, but turns back to say, “Welcome to being a girl. Don’t mind the boys. You’ll get used to them.”
