Oh, no, she hasn't forgotten that, either. But this woman took the time to offer her advice, she's willing to tamp down her social anxiety and return the favor.

"Frankie sounds a lot like how I was. My mom wouldn't let me have a flashlight in my room because I'd stay up all night reading. Just asking him about what he's reading is enough, really. He might want a chance to write his own stories, too." She frowns thoughtfully. "Can Sammy take a parkour class? It sounds like he wants to get out more, even with the video games."