"Some of it can be. But I'll try and make sure you get to see the exciting parts." Lydia promised. She didn't personally understand why the social standing was so important.

Well, ok--maybe a little. When she thought about the times Claire just got to her, and she did stupid things like invite everyone to a Halloween party she wasn't supposed to have. That her mother insisted on making her a costume for--where Lydia would be embarrassed forever.

Okay, so she did get it a bit. Being the 'weird' kid for your interests was one thing. Being the weird kid and outcast because your mother thought you were five, was just humiliating.