House Rules We have several rules in our house. My
parents say that's because rules help
us all get along better.
Once my sister broke the rule about
calling home if you're going to be late.
Dad got worried. Mama called many of
my sister's friends. When my little
sister saw how worried everyone was,
she started to cry
When the baby heard my sister cry,
he started crying too. Mama rushed to
pick him up and tripped on the rub.
She hurt her leg. Just then, my sister
walked in.
"I'm sorry," my sister said. I was with
Diana, and we took her dog for a long
walk. I didn't realize how late it was
When she saw what had happened,
my sister was very sorry. Now she
never forgets to call!
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