This is a drabble (100 word long story) that provides a glimpse into a defining moment between a pair of siblings.
Ladies Room
Copyright 2011 by Heather Rose Brown
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"Aren't you going to finish your soda?" Margie asked when I started standing.
"I can't drink any more. I need to use the restroom," I answered.
"Actually, so do I," my sister said as she paid the tip.
"Okay. I'll wait for you in the car."
"Why not not use the ladies room here?"
I just mutely stared at her.
"La--urie, you've acted more like a lady this afternoon than many of the women I've met in there."
Before I could respond, Margie stood and took my hand, then led me to what had been, up until then, forbidden territory.