Birthday Responsibilities
Maya: "Ananya, don’t run to the swing yet! Amma said I have to stand by the door."
Ananya: "But it’s your birthday! Why are you standing like a guard?"
Maya: "Not a guard. Amma said I’m the hostess."
Ananya: "So the hostess just… stands?"
Maya: "I open the door, say ‘Welcome!’ and show them where the snacks are."
Ananya: "Hmm. That does sound important. And a little fun."
Maya:juice tray." "You can help me hold the
Ananya: "Okay, I’ll help. But you say you’re the hostess, not me."
Maya:hostess." "Deal. You pass the juice, I’ll be the smiling