 Ellyn's family, their last name is Rosen and they're Jewish. Ellyn was excited to tell Anne-Marie that their new year was approaching and they were going to have a festival. She would be going to temple. It just so happened that Ellyn's mom came and approached Anne-Marie's mom and they started talking and decided that Ellyn would be staying with Anne-Marie. If you're curious to know what happens go ahead and read.