Chapter 10

As I walked through town running errands, I ran into my old English teacher, “Mrs. Wilson?” I asked; she turned around, and her face lit up,

“Oh my goodness, little Sophia Brooks!” She exclaimed; I smiled and hugged her, “I didn’t know you were in town, dear.”

“Yeah, well, I’m only here for the holidays.” I explained, “I may be able to stay through New Year’s if my employer is alright with it, but chances are, I’ll have to leave a few days after Christmas.” She nodded,

“Well, I got to see you before you left.” I smiled,

“I know.” I said, “It’s been too long.”

“I hope to see you at the tree lighting ceremony tonight.” I gave her a confused look, “Oh, dear me, you haven’t been here in a while. The town has been doing a community tree ceremony where we all gather, sing chorals, and light the Christmas tree.”

“That sounds fun. I wonder why my mom didn’t tell me about it,” I said; Mrs. Wilson shrugged her shoulders,

“I’m not sure, dear, but you should both come. It will