Tabitha's Vacation

"Tabitha's Vacation" by Ruth Brown MacArthur, is a story about two friends facing grown-up responsibilities during their summer break. Tabitha and Gloriana find themselves in charge of the McKittrick household, which starts with excitement turns serious when Mr. McKittrick gets sick. As Mrs. McKittrick focuses on her husband's care, Tabitha steps up to manage the household, and she tackles everything from taking care of the energetic McKittrick kids to addressing unexpected problems. The story focuses on themes like growing up, friendship, and figuring out how to handle challenges, mixing fun with seriousness.