First Love

Chapter Six

     Dear Mr. James, I liked your card and it's very emotional and it touched my heart. I am going to respond, and I hope you like it.

Imagine this, a cute little girl accepting the red rose.

The girl is wearing a t-shirt with a heart on it.

I accept this rose and place it to the bottom of my heart.

I want you to know how I feel.

I accept your date proposal, so we can explore the future possibilities.

Please text me how you feel as I clear my wet eyes.

     I send it and waited for his response. I guess my heart was really feeling something. I didn't know I could write that well.

     While I waited for his response, I stepped into the bathroom to wash my face. My cheeks were flushed and I marveled at what was happening to me. I hoped James felt the same way because as already developing such strong feelings. I had never felt this way about another person, so it was new for me. I dried my face and checked my phone, but he hadn't responded yet, so I turned on the television and flipped through the channels.

     I was interrupted by the ping on my phone.

James: I loved your words. I read it more than once, sorry for the delayed response. You did write a lot and I'm touched. Thank you for accepting the date. We can talk about it more tomorrow over lunch, but that's not the date. I just want us to go as friends and enjoy ourselves. I am so happy right now. I wish I could be next to you.

     Thank you for the comments. I would like the friendly lunch. I have a question that I must ask though. How did you know I was going to ask for time when you asked me out? I just want you to close your eyes and I'll be next you. I do that, too, and it works. See you soon.

     I do that all the time since I've met you, but I want to hold your hands in person. Maybe when I see you tomorrow. I would also like you to join me while I drive to work. I'll pick up your breakfast, too. Regarding your friend's job, she can start working Monday. I look forward to seeing you tomorrow.

I guess you will get the chance tomorrow morning. Thank you again for my friend. She was very excited to meet you and learn about the job.

I can pick you up around 8AM. I don't want to stop talking to you, but it's getting late, and I want you to get your beauty sleep. Good night. Have a happy sleep.

Likewise, I'll let you go for now. Good night. Dream of me.

     Before I could go to sleep, I needed to text Megan and tell her about the job start date.

     Hey Megan, you start work Monday morning. I have accepted his date and he's picking me up in the morning. We're going to have a friendly lunch tomorrow. I'll talk to you when I get a chance. Have a good night!

Thank you Sam. Have fun with your honey. Have a good night.

     I grabbed the card from my night table and read it again. I wanted it to the last thing I thought about before I fell asleep.

     My alarm woke me up a few minutes after seven the next morning. I took a quick shower and dried my hair. I picked out a blue outfit to match his dreamy eyes. I put on my best designer perfume and put on some makeup to accentuate my eyes.

     My dad was waiting for me downstairs eating a banana for breakfast.

     "Oh Dad, I am sorry for not telling you, but I've a ride this morning. James is going to pick me up. Is that ok?" I asked.