Shouting at the Rain

Delsie discovers the next morning that she tanned while in the sun, meaning that “boring” is still written on her back. Delsie invites Aimee and Michael to go tag-saling for a new frame to replace the frame she broke. Michael asks why Delsie keeps a picture of a mother she never knew. Aimee chastises him for being insensitive, and Delsie feels grateful for her friends.

Michael is in a bad mood. He is currently living in a campground, as his family’s landlord forces his family to leave each summer to rent out the house to guests.

Aimee suggests Delsie buy a picture frame with a seal on it, but Delsie refuses, arguing that it looks like it’s for tourists. Delsie bargains for a digital camera and a jar, but the seller also slips the seal frame into her bag.

Brandy and Tressa visit Delsie at her house. Tressa is unimpressed by Grammy. When Tressa gets soot on her finger, she wipes it on Delsie’s bedspread. Tressa decides to leave, and Brandy leaves with her.

Brandy’s changed behavior saddens Delsie. Realizing this, Grammy urges Delsie to stop thinking about Brandy and Tressa.