I splashed water on my face and took deep breaths. Lauren called for a drink and handed me a glass.

I felt calmer after downing it. Then I covered my face with a towel and said, "Go ahead and chat. I'll rest for a bit."

"Why are you napping all day? You just slept in your car, and now you're sleeping again?" Ivanna teased me, giving me a playful nudge. "What's going on with you?"

"There's too much going on lately. I'm working myself to death! Cut me some slack, will you?" I replied from behi