Thea smiled, appreciative of Charlotte's kindness, and took a seat. The dresser's mirror, with its soft, built-in lighting, illuminated Thea's face.
With Charlotte's assistance, Thea's hair was changed from a wet, messy bunch to a ponytail. "All set.." Charlotte remarked, giving Thea's hair one last brush before stepping back to appreciate her work.
Charlotte proceeded to put the hairdryer away in its proper drawer, while Thea rose from the stool, straightening her dress and running a hand over her neat ponytail. Together, the two friends walked downstairs to the dining hall, where the tempting scents of lunch floated in the air.
As they walked into the room, Grandma Agnes looked up from her place at the table, "Thea, Charlotte, come and sit with me. "
Thea and Charlotte exchanged smiles before taking their places at the table.
"Grandma Agnes beamed kindly. "I've asked Lorie to cook your favorite meal, Thea. "
