Night Mom Night Dad – Part 28 of Through the Gates

Sariel brings the blankets and pillow to Joey, who is already almost asleep. Joey is laying on the couch, and he opens one of his eyes half way when I touch his shoulder. “Joey buddy, Sariel brought you a pillow and a couple of blankets.” “Thanks guys. Thanks so much Sariel. I don’t know who…

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You Can’t Hurry Love – Chapter 16

As I’m finishing my last few bites of food, Stain goes over to the waitress and hands her a credit card. They chat for a while, and she writes something down. Stain points at the door. He does that a lot; he points. His nonverbal communication skills are extraordinarily effective. I nod, and we walk…

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Confusing Love

“I don’t want to go over there tomorrow.” “Leslie, I’m going to meet your parents. It’s already arranged.” “I know. I, know!” Leslie returned. “Please be ok with this. It’s a very very important step in our relationship.” “I know Jamie. I, know! It’s not you. It’s them. They can be a little difficult.” “Everyone’s…

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