Let's say I never spent a 4th of July quite like I did with Dakota. I've never been around that many friends either. It was good to be in a group. Of course, I had to see my ex and her new guy, too. But I don't think Dakota noticed. After all, Mia and I are strangers now. Although her new boy is a classmate and well..I didn't say hello to him, either. I just kept running with it with Dakota. I smiled at everything she said and just kept talking. Of course, we didn't hold hands. And I dunno if she would want to. What if I'm not her type?
I don't know. I'm in no hurry. If all we are are friends, that's a good thing, right?
There was a time I thought I might marry Mia. I don't know what got into me. There are so many obstacles that one doesn't even realise. Like my mother. And of course, trying to finish at the Uni to be in the medical program was suffocating. I know it was just a fantasy, thinking Mia would be the one.
Yes, it was an exhausting time, but I was so smitten with Mia. Now I am sure she is glad I gave it up. I wasn't much better than Ezra. Yeah, it makes me smile when I see how Ezra follows Fiona around like a loyal pup. I was that way to Mia, too.
Now I just take one day at a time. And these days, I don't have a whole lot of time to ponder, with the Complex and, of course, the rides at the carnival always needing me for something.
BTW, I hear the carnival will be going strong all the way into September. Usually, it goes on hiatus in August, but due to global warming and a surge in tourism, why not?
And I'm pleased I could help Dakota get that job. It looks like it's gonna happen. Of course, the director asked why I wasn't working there. I know I should, but I feel too busy as it is.
Still, it's good to have Dakota to talk to. I hope she'll like it at the assisted living place. And I hope we have more group outings too. Even if it's right here at the Complex
-Nav
Very good
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