High School

Chapter 25

The cable guy had setup the wifi before we left. The lights and gas were also on and paid for this month. Im currently at Walmart with DeSean, getting everything for the rest of the apartment. I grabbed some small baskets and jars for my laundry room. Dryer balls and sheets, tide pods and powder detergent, laundry washing bags, and etc. I also grabbed some laundry scents and fabric softener. Next I grabbed some decorative wall paper to design the rooms. Gold metallic paper for my room's background.

The bathrooms were easy to shop for because I know what all I needed. Big drying towels, small towels(perfect for doing your hair), face towels, and rugs. Also bath soaps, shampoos, conditioners, hair supplies, razors, hand-soap, toothbrushes & toothpaste, and facial supplies. My pads, liners, lotions, sprays, bath bombs & scrubs, First aid kits for each bathroom, toilet paper, bathroom cleaning supplies, trash cans, and extra lights.

The kitchen already had its main appliances, so I just needed to get pots & pans, and little things like a coffee maker. I grabbed two pots & pans sets, just in case I cook big meals. A few cast iron skillets and baking dishes. A baking bowl set, mixing machine, baking pans, baking utensils. Two dinnerware sets with cups and enough eating utensils. A fifty piece food container set and pantry food storage set. Cleaning supplies, trash can, dish soap, and kitchen towels. I got a mini fridge for each bedroom and serving trays.

For the backyard I got waterproof outdoor speakers, a fire pit set, and a outdoor storage container. Then I got all the electronics for the house setup for delivery. A tv for each bedroom and living room, a desktop for my room, laptop and a tablet for myself, and two PlayStations.

By time everything was setup in the house, it's almost six thirty. All the food was put up and I had the apartment just how I wanted it. DeSean helped decorate my bedroom the design I envisioned. Each bathroom was cleaned and organized to the dot. The laundry room was organized and set up for quick and easy use. The kitchen was organized and simple. The living room was the simplest area with just the sofa set and entertainment. The backyard was beautiful how it was set up. I was pleased with everything we did.

I told DeSean thank you for his help when he dropped me off near aunty Brown house. I was so tired from setting up my place, I just wanted to eat and sleep. I grabbed something quick and went up to shower. By time I was in the bed, DeSean text saying he was home safe. I invited him to chill and swim next Saturday. Of course he said yes but we have to cook lunch together and watch movies. We said our good nights and I was out.

*Monday at School*

(Arica's Point of View)

The girls and I are currently working as a group on these math equations. They finally stopped asking me about August when I told them we were cool. I'm not sure if I still like him or not but I miss my friend a bit. I haven't let them know I'm  moving yet. I still have to pack my clothes and stuff from the house. I wasn't too much focused on school this morning because I'm tired as hell.

Our next two classes went on fast enough. Art was simple, just drawing shapes to learn that anything can turn into a work of art. I was now rushing out of class to get my lunch. Being tired makes you very hungry for some reason. I grabbed a apple, putting it on the tray with my baked chicken thigh and loaded mashed potatoes. I grabbed some ranch for my salad and a juice before sitting at the table. I said a quick hey before digging into my potatoes.

The table was noisy with conversations of basically nothing special. Girls planning to go to some party Friday after the next game. I was too focused on eating so I could take a nap to listen. Five minutes had past by time I finished my food and started to get comfortable into my 'make it work' sleep position at the table. The bell rung, waking me up before I was prepared to. If I get to class fast I could took those few minutes for another nap. I definitely need as much sleep as possible if I have dance practice and work.

I had gotten to biology within a minute and took my normal seat. I had about five minutes before class started so I took my nap. I could hear the crowd of students enter the class while I was napping, but I wasn't ready to wake yet. Once I heard our teacher settle the class down and the bell ring, I opened my eyes ready to take notes. The rest of class consisted of taking notes for next weeks test and extra credit questions for points towards our grades.

Dance practice was more chill since our performance last week. We were going through our regular routines for the games. It was only the start of the season, so we weren't doing special routine every week. New routines were mostly for big important games or competitions and show cases. Practice went by fast and I was on my way to work. I really think this job is perfect for me, since I'm still in school. I have time for work and time to focus on school without my life falling apart.

Ms.Snow didn't need much from me today because I had this week and next weeks layouts done. We were in her office planning for the work dinner she told me about a while ago. She wanted everyone to get to know me, even though I'm only in high school. She plans to send out emails and text messages about the dinner. As of now we're looking for a restaurant fit for everyone's liking. We need choice's just in case someone isn't able to eat certain food. Since it was only seven of us, Ms.Snow wanted it to be a nice fine dinning experience for us. She had to call and reserve a private table for eight at Poor Calvin's. It's a nice Asian-fusion boutique restaurant in the downtown area. There is a dress code but we should all be mindful enough to dress casual and comfy for dinner.

The place is a bit pricey but I think it's a nice fit for the occasion. I'm fine with paying a bit extra. Plus Ms.Snow is putting up a lot of money because it's a work related dinner. She sent out the emails and text messages letting us know to be at the restaurant for seating at 6:50pm Thursday night. That's great because I have to be at the game with the dance team Friday night. We are responsible for getting to and from the restaurant. Honestly I most likely will take the bus back home because I plan on moving my stuff this week.

Once work was over I was at the house taking a shower. I dried off cleaning my mess and getting dressed for bed. Aunty Brown had already cooked dinner, which was a hearty homemade chicken soup. There were corn, broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, potatoes, and chicken inside a chicken flavored broth. It was very tasty and perfect because it was getting chilly outside. I was full and ready to pack up some of my things. I would pack my hygiene things last because I need those everyday. I packed up some clothes and shoes that were in the closet. My other clothes was already packed in those cute organizers I got a while back. All I had left to pack was my makeup, jewelry, and anything left before I move tomorrow after work.

DeSean said he would help me move tomorrow and Wednesday. I'll be sure to let aunty know a friend will be over helping me move my things. We shouldn't really need too much time moving because I don't have a crazy load of things. Most of my stuff can move in the containers their setup in or just the containers I put the clothes and shoes in from the closet. I'm a little nervous but also excited to finally be on my own feet. To say I'm so young having my own place, working, and in school just makes me proud. I put away the packed containers in the closet and got ready for bed. I watched a bit of some random bake show on Netflix before I felt my eyes drift close.