my 8 year old white girl looks up at her Mommy? Who you talking to?
looks down at her
I’m just talking to my friend on the computer sweetie.
stares at her for a few seconds before speaking
...what?
smiles okay I will leave you alone for now beautiful
I chuckled "C'mon, don't be like that. You know I love spending time with you."
"I know, but I was just having fun by myself. Is it so bad that I want to have some time to myself every now and then?"
later that night we hear a loud boom outside Kianna, did you hear that? It sounded like thunder but it was so early for a storm.
I jump up out of bed and walk over to your door Mommy what was that?
Shaking head You can't just leave, Kianna. We need to talk about what happened.
I know but im not in the mood mom..
looks at Kianna I’m not your mom sweetie. I’m your babysitter.
I know that but you look like my mom
I crouch down to her level Kianna, I'm here for you. You know that, right?
looks at her mother, her eyes a mix of sadness and frustration yeah...i know
Hey, no attitude. We're having a conversation. looks at Kianna So, what's been going on at school? Any new friends or teachers that suck?
it's just the same old thing every day... some kids be buggin me and i don't like my teacher she be strict
looks at her You know that I'm your stepmom, right? Not your real mom.
looks at her in disbelief You heard me, young lady. One more outburst like that, and there will be consequences. Do I make myself clear?