Re: Van Diemien House II
Maverick has gotten everything squared away at home. His weekend homework is done so he won't need to worry about it even if he winds up allowed to spend more than one night. He has a backpack packed with essentials; clothing (including two changes of day/play clothes, space-themed pajamas that can glow in the dark, and a black hooded cloak), a tray for rock collecting, a few toys, a few videogames (he was sure to bring stuff compatible with whatever system Donnie or his family had), a boy scout knife, a sleeping bag, and a couple notebooks (one of which is his personal journal).
He also has with him a flower for each of the females of the household. For the guys, he brought a bag of chips with whatever dip he knows they all agree on. Yes, this was a time for he and Donnie, but Maverick loves the whole family and likes every chance to brings smiles to their faces. Besides, for Maverick it's just good manners to bring a gift to someone kind enough to host you.
The boy trots up to the front door and rings the door bell.