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I can still remember my mother's luck when I told her I wanted to invite Lucy to spend the holidays with us.

She furrowed her brow in that way she did, which she thinks something is a bad idea.

Are you sure you want to invite Lucy dear?

Of course I'm sure.

She's my best friend, mom.

She let the water run over her hands for a few seconds,

washing the potatoes she'd been making for dinner.

I know she's your best friend, but Lucy can be a little...

She seemed to contemplate her words.

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