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stepped into the shanty, which contained a phone, stool, and counter. She lifted the receiver and dialed the voice mail. After entering the code, a recorded voice told her she had one message. She punched the button to retrieve her message, and her older sister’s voice rang through the receiver.
    “Hey, Linds,” Jessica said. “I got your voice mail explaining you were back in Pennsylvania. I’ve been trying to call your cell phone but it goes straight to voice mail. I guess the battery’s dead, huh? I just wanted to check and see how Aunt Rebecca’s doing. Give me a call. Bye!”
    Lindsay deleted the message and then dialed her sister’s cell phone.
    Jessica answered on the second ring. “Hey, Linds! How are you? How’s Aunt Rebecca? I’ve been waiting to hear from you.”
    “We’re doing okay,” Lindsay said, noticing it was quiet on the other end. “You aren’t out tonight?”
    “No.” Jessica sniffed. “I think I’m coming down with a cold. I’m really beat.”
    “I bet it’s those long hours you’re working,” Lindsay said, lowering herself onto the stool in front of the counter. “You said this was supposed to be an internship, but you’ve been working fifty hours a week, right?”
    Jessica sighed. “I know. I’m working too hard and now I’m getting sick. You sound like Mom.”
    Lindsay grinned. “Thank you. I take that as a compliment.”
    “Fill me in on the news,” Jessica said. “You said Aunt Rebecca is okay? You scared me with the message you left when you said you rushed home.”
    “I’m sorry I scared you. I was scared myself. Aenti Rebecca is on strict bed rest, so she’s really frustrated about not being able to do things around the house. She looks tired and a little pale, but she’s okay. I’m keeping an eye on her.”
    “Good,” Jessica said, sniffling again. “Where’s your cell phone? Is the battery dead?”
    “It’s turned off,” Lindsay said. “I put it in my dresser drawer. I decided not to use it.”
    “I didn’t know you turned it off. I assumed the battery had died when I kept getting your voice mail.” Jessica sounded surprised. “I’ve been thinking of you all and praying for you. I talked to Aunt Trisha and Uncle Frank. They’re doing well. Aunt Trisha is very happy with her walking cast.”
    Lindsay smiled while wrapping the phone cord around her finger. “That’s good. She was doing the dishes and telling me to get out of the kitchen when I was there.”
    Jessica laughed. “I can see her saying that. How are you doing?”
    “Fine.” Lindsay bit her lip and debated telling Jessica her news about meeting with the bishop. In the past, she’d endured Jessica’s constant negative comments about Lindsay’s desire to be Amish. However, a surge of confidence in her decision flowed through her. She wanted her sister to know about her choice. “I’m going to see the bishop on my way to the youth gathering at Lizzie Anne’s tomorrow night.”
    “Really?” Jessica sounded curious. “Why? Did you get in trouble for something? Is it like being called to the principal’s office?”
    Lindsay rolled her eyes. When would her sister take the time to learn more about the Amish lifestyle?” No. It’s not like that at all. I’m going to ask him if I can be baptized in the fall withmy friends. I’ve missed some discussions, so I want to try to make up the lessons. If I miss this opportunity, I’ll have to be baptized next year with another church district. The baptism discussions are only held every other year.”
    “Oh,” Jessica said. “You’re serious about this?”
    “Yes, I am,” Lindsay said. “I’m comfortable with my decision, and I wanted you to know about it.”
    “Let me know how it goes,” Jessica said.
    “I will.” Lindsay continued to wind the cord around her finger. She couldn’t help but smile. She was certain her sister would lecture her on how she shouldn’t join the church without going to college. However, to