Article: Nikki's sitter.(Short Story)

Nikki hated Wednesdays. That's because on Wednesdays, Mama worked late and left Cara in charge.

Nikki used to like hanging around her sister. Cara had taught Nikki how to play checkers and how to blow bubbles as big as her face.

But Cara didn't seem to like doing much of anything with Nikki anymore--except telling her what to do. When Nikki asked Mama about it, Mama said it was all a part of growing up. Nikki didn't want Cara to grow up if it meant losing a sister!

Nikki walked up the flower-lined sidewalk that led to the porch. She stomped up the steps and reached for the knob. Locked!

Cara should be here by now, thought Nikki. The ...

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