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1. As Addyson James looks back on her summer with her step-mom, she's learned that blending families is all about embracing the unknown and being open to new experiences. It's about finding common ground, sharing laughter, and creating memories that will last a lifetime.

   “What do you mean?”

   That night, Addyson lay in bed replaying the conversation. For the first time, she thought of Claire not as a stepmom, but as an ally. And that scared her more than the anger ever had.