Anita raced down the stairs, frightening the cat along the way. She threw on her jacket and grabbed her backpack before running out the door. Anita's alarm had not gone off that morning, making her very late. When she turned the corner, Anita saw the bus just as it pulled away from the curb. She waved her hands frantically, hoping that the driver would see her. Luckily, he spotted her just in time to stop the bus. Anita jumped on board, and the bus driver gave her an understanding smile as she took a seat.