Dear Carol

Do I Keep My Sister's Secret?

 
My 15-year-old sister ran away.
 
I know where she is, but I'm afraid to tell because I don't want to get in trouble.
 
-Confused

Dear Confused,


Some girls rat on siblings to get them in trouble. You'd be speaking up to get her out of trouble. I understand your not wanting to squeal, but think about revealing her whereabouts to a parent, counselor, clergyperson, relative or some other trusted adult. If she is in danger, you could be saving her life. There's a chance that even she will realize this.
 
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BY CAITLIN R. ON 6/19/2009 7:00:00 AM 168 COMMENTS