Where is Juli's father going on an early Sunday morning and what does Juli decide to do?

On Sundays, the family usually sleep late but on this day, Juli wakes early and is watering the grass when she spots her father getting ready to leave. He is going to visit David in the institution. It is David's fortieth birthday. Juli decides she wants to go with her father.

I love how Flipped explores Juli's curiosity, determination, and the way she sees the world differently from others. This question is a great reminder of how small moments can reveal a character's personality and motivations. It's always interesting to look more closely at these details and understand how they contribute to the story.