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I deleted Megan’s message and glanced at the clock. Julie would be here soon for our usual coffee catch-up. Maybe talking to her would help me make sense of this mess. As I tidied up the kitchen, I couldn’t shake the nagging thought creeping into my mind.
Was I doing something wrong? Was it the kids? Or was there something I just wasn’t seeing?
When Julie arrived, I greeted her with a hug, trying to hide my frustration with a smile. But as soon as we sat down with our coffees, it all came spilling out.
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« I don’t get it, Julie, » I said, setting my cup down harder than I meant to. « This is the third babysitter who’s quit after just one day. They all seemed so happy when I hired them, but then they just… leave. No explanations. Nothing. »
Julie sipped her coffee, her eyes narrowing thoughtfully. « That’s really strange, Sarah. You’re not asking too much, are you? »
I shook my head. « I don’t think so. The kids are well-behaved, and I’m paying well. I just don’t get it. »
Julie leaned back, tapping her fingers lightly on her cup. « Do you think it could be… something else? »
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