would make the plot more clear if we add two lines for my character right here, Isay to her. Ooooh, I think it will be better if we just give those lines to my character, shesays with attitude. I had let her have her way up until this point, but I know it would bebetter if I have these lines. So I tell her so: Mary, stop being so stupid. I thought of thelines, and I know that my character should say them, so SHUT UP! Before she can even react, both Terry and Keith start jawing their mouths. Man,you just yelled at her. Dude, I thought her idea was better than yours, you shouldnt haveblown up on her. You are an idiot, why dont you stop being such a jerk, and let Mary havesome fun too. They both start attacking me, as if I was to blame for all of this. Mary issitting back, smirking with satisfaction, knowing that I either had to give in and let her havethe lines, or she would leave and take my two friends with her. As soon as I see her with that sarcastic grin, I know what I have to do. So I say,guys, if you think shes right, just go with her and write the stupid play by yourselves. Youobviously dont need me. Just because shes a girl, it does not mean she is always right. Ithought of the idea, and it would work better if my character says them. So you guysdecide on whether or not we finish this play together.They all look at each other, and they get up and leave. No words are exchanged,just silence as they walk together. I stand there alone, watching them go.Nicky Stole The Cookie From The Cookie JarWell, once again it happened, mom says. I am sick and tired of this, someone has tofess up for it. She continues, ranting, now I have specifically told each one of you kids thatif you take the last cookie from the jar, have the decency to clean out the crumbs and washthe inside out. She has all of us: A.J., Nick, Mike, Anna, and me. We are sitting at the kitchentable as she continues her speech, come on guys, I know you d...
