Overcast skies hung low today, but a ray of sunshine arrived at dusk – Mom's friend for a sleepover! This doesn't happen often, so excitement bubbled up. But initially, my heart sank – my room was getting requisitioned. We lack a proper guest room, more like a storage haven. However, a peace offering emerged – a mountain of gifts, including my beloved beef jerky! By the end, my room was happily loaned. Games and good company promised a fun night ahead.