Gone

chapter 4 tip

I woke up early on Saturday morning thinking about my life and how unfortunate I am I couldn't be with my mom because she's sick and helpless and my dad doesn't want me, he's too selfish to think about anyone but himself all he cares about is money.
Tears were streaming down my eyes by now I thought of what would've happened if the hot stranger hadn't intervened of course I've been harassed severally on the streets before I could get this apartment and my jobs but I've managed to stay strong, I won't stop now. I feel more strengthened and a lot better after hours of crying, then I realized that I've actually been through a lot but I am also doing well for myself and by going back to school,getting an apartment and doing two jobs it's not much but it's better than starving in the streets. I prayed and went back to sleep . The alarm went off and I quickly got out of bed I need to get to work early. It's weekend and i have a long shift to make up for the days i didn't show up. I didn't see or hear about the guy that helped me that night, seems like he's new in town cos I've never seen him before that day.
Plus this is a small town where  everybody knows everybody.
At the restaurant i got my tables and it seemed i was really missed and after telling them i had an accident everyone has been gentle with me.
I went over to a table to take the orders of a couple, only to get tongue lashed by the lady who according to her was interrupted by me. I apologised and tried to explain, i only came to get their orders when she poured a glass of water on me and walked out of the restaurant, the scene drew a lot of attention of other customers and ofcourse my colleagues and the manager walked in next minute."I'm so sorry sir, has my staff done something wrong ?Please we'll get you another table. do forgive her she'll get her punishment we'll get you a drink on the house..." and was going on and on but the man said "no not at all she only came to get our orders i should be the one apologising for what my wife did. And there's no need for another table i have to meet her in the car now." He turned to me "sorry about that. There's a little tip for you on the table" And he left. by this time my boss was distracted by my colleague who's trying to seduce a customer. I took the payment for their drinks and what! A huge tip.
That evening after my shift at the bar i got home really tired, tomorrow is even a more busy day for me so i need to sleep really early. I had a shower and called my friend Kate, i told her about my experience at the restaurant and the huge tip i got. She joined in my joy and after few minutes we said our goodbyes. Then i took the money in my hand to count for the 5th time cos it's still hard to believe like, this is way more than what i earn from my two jobs combined. And it was given to me just like that because of a glass of water, i think i need to be poured water everyday i laughed to myself. This should be enough for my rent groceries and the books i need I'm really behind in my studies and need to read. Mentally noting to go shopping on Monday after school. I could even get some new clothes i smiled. I prayed and slept smiling that night.

Please be patient with me, like i said I'm not an expert but we mooove...
Thanks.