As the night drew to a close, my mom suggested we sit around the campfire and make s'mores. Rachel, predictably, started telling us about her favorite campfire songs and began singing loudly. I joined in, trying to be a good sport, but my mom shot me a sympathetic look.
As soon as we arrived at the campsite, Rachel started talking about her new boyfriend. I tried to listen patiently, but she just wouldn't stop. She talked about his favorite foods, his job, his hobbies, and even his family members. My mom and I exchanged a few glances, and I could tell she was trying not to laugh. I, on the other hand, was secretly counting down the minutes until Rachel would take a break. -ENG- Camp With Mom and My Annoying Friend Who ...
During lunch, Rachel started telling us about her plans for the upcoming school year. She was going to take AP classes, join the debate team, and volunteer at a local animal shelter. My mom was impressed, but I was on the verge of losing my mind. I excused myself to go to the bathroom, and when I returned, Rachel was still talking. As the night drew to a close, my