just great. He makes my life worthwhile. What about you? How’s Boston? I think that’s were Sonia said you were.”
“Boston is great. My life’s pretty lame compared to yours. No kids yet, no husband but I do live with someone.”
“Oh yeah? What’s he like? How come he’s not here?” And there is the million dollar question again. How do I explain what our relationship is like? Would anyone understand it and not think it’s weird?
“Joe is a lawyer and very busy so I figured it was best if I came alone. Honestly I didn’t think I would be here for more than two days but it turns out my nana had a different plan for me.”
“So what’s the plan? If you don’t mind me asking?”
And so I tell her the story of the letter and how Noah was part of the scavenger’s hunt. She listens to me quietly then starts laughing when I’m done.
“Your nana sure was clever. Don’t you see what she’s doing? She is trying to get you two together. I bet you there’s no letter.”
Oh crap. I’d be lying if I said that the same idea hadn’t crossed my mind at least once but what if I was wrong? What if Gigi was wrong? There’s no way my nana would do something like that to me. Right?
Chapter 6.
We fall asleep amongst empty containers, dirty glasses and paper plates, both of us too tired to move. In spite of feeling like crap, I can’t remember the last time I’ve had so much fun. It was easy to be around Gigi and she was still as funny and wonderful as I remember. We talked and laughed so much all night, my voice was almost gone. Since she moved back home, she knew everyone’s business. Who was married to whom, who was divorced, who was cheating, you name it.
She was able to get her GED and was working two jobs at one point just so she could save money and move out on her own. Her mom was a great help but she didn’t want to depend on anyone and that made me respect her even more.
I got up and without a second thought I sent a text to Noah.
Me – hey are you awake?
Noah – miss me already?
Me – very funny. I want, no NEED coffee
Noah – k
Fifteen minutes later he was knocking on my door, coffee and donuts in hand. I know I should move to let him in but I just stare in wonder. All it took was a text; no questions asked, no bargains made. Just one text.
“Did you change your mind? Because it’s really cold out here.” I blink a few times and open the door wider so he can come inside.
“Sorry I guess I’m still sleeping. I can’t thank you enough for this. You’re a life saver.” I follow him to the living room and as soon as he puts the tray on the table, Gigi opens her eyes as if the aroma wakes her up.
“If you weren’t with Brenie I would so take you right now. You really know how to get to a girl’s heart don’t you?” She doesn’t even wait for a response and grabs a cup from the table. It’s funny how a few days ago I didn’t even remember their names and right now it feels just like old times. I take the big chair by the fireplace, coffee in hand and watch Noah as he adds more wood into the fire.
“He’s not with me Gigi and you know it. You’re more than welcome to him,” I say but I’m not sure I mean it.
“Hello you two, I’m right here. Stop talking about me like I’m a piece of meat.”
“Whatever you say, Bren. But I know what I know. Shoot, I better get going. My son will think I’ve abandoned him. Girly it was so good to see you. Why don’t you come over for dinner tomorrow? And bring the hunk with you,” she winks at me and Noah only shakes his head.
I walk her to the door and we hug one more time before she leaves. I close the door and lay against
“Boston is great. My life’s pretty lame compared to yours. No kids yet, no husband but I do live with someone.”
“Oh yeah? What’s he like? How come he’s not here?” And there is the million dollar question again. How do I explain what our relationship is like? Would anyone understand it and not think it’s weird?
“Joe is a lawyer and very busy so I figured it was best if I came alone. Honestly I didn’t think I would be here for more than two days but it turns out my nana had a different plan for me.”
“So what’s the plan? If you don’t mind me asking?”
And so I tell her the story of the letter and how Noah was part of the scavenger’s hunt. She listens to me quietly then starts laughing when I’m done.
“Your nana sure was clever. Don’t you see what she’s doing? She is trying to get you two together. I bet you there’s no letter.”
Oh crap. I’d be lying if I said that the same idea hadn’t crossed my mind at least once but what if I was wrong? What if Gigi was wrong? There’s no way my nana would do something like that to me. Right?
Chapter 6.
We fall asleep amongst empty containers, dirty glasses and paper plates, both of us too tired to move. In spite of feeling like crap, I can’t remember the last time I’ve had so much fun. It was easy to be around Gigi and she was still as funny and wonderful as I remember. We talked and laughed so much all night, my voice was almost gone. Since she moved back home, she knew everyone’s business. Who was married to whom, who was divorced, who was cheating, you name it.
She was able to get her GED and was working two jobs at one point just so she could save money and move out on her own. Her mom was a great help but she didn’t want to depend on anyone and that made me respect her even more.
I got up and without a second thought I sent a text to Noah.
Me – hey are you awake?
Noah – miss me already?
Me – very funny. I want, no NEED coffee
Noah – k
Fifteen minutes later he was knocking on my door, coffee and donuts in hand. I know I should move to let him in but I just stare in wonder. All it took was a text; no questions asked, no bargains made. Just one text.
“Did you change your mind? Because it’s really cold out here.” I blink a few times and open the door wider so he can come inside.
“Sorry I guess I’m still sleeping. I can’t thank you enough for this. You’re a life saver.” I follow him to the living room and as soon as he puts the tray on the table, Gigi opens her eyes as if the aroma wakes her up.
“If you weren’t with Brenie I would so take you right now. You really know how to get to a girl’s heart don’t you?” She doesn’t even wait for a response and grabs a cup from the table. It’s funny how a few days ago I didn’t even remember their names and right now it feels just like old times. I take the big chair by the fireplace, coffee in hand and watch Noah as he adds more wood into the fire.
“He’s not with me Gigi and you know it. You’re more than welcome to him,” I say but I’m not sure I mean it.
“Hello you two, I’m right here. Stop talking about me like I’m a piece of meat.”
“Whatever you say, Bren. But I know what I know. Shoot, I better get going. My son will think I’ve abandoned him. Girly it was so good to see you. Why don’t you come over for dinner tomorrow? And bring the hunk with you,” she winks at me and Noah only shakes his head.
I walk her to the door and we hug one more time before she leaves. I close the door and lay against
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