I woke up this morning and just looked around my room. I yawn then I finally got up and went straight into the bathroom. I ran some water for my shower then I took all my clothes off and got in. I washed my body real good because I was still a little sore from work yesterday. I turned my shower off and dried my body off with a towel. Then I brushed my teeth. After that, I went to my closet to find my outfit for the day. I found this red tank top, black jeans, and a white cardigan. I also found my favorite red heels. I put my clothes on then went downstairs for breakfast. I made myself a bowl of cereal, because I didn't have time to cook. Then when I finished I grabbed my purse and keys then locked up.
I walked out my house and got in my car then left for work. I have two jobs. My first job is simple. Auditions. I'm an amateur singer and just like any other 23 year old I'm just trying to make it in this world. I auditioned many times before but I've already gotten the same answer. NO. I hate that word and there's been many times where I cried and had sleepless nights. I hate rejection, but I know I have to keep pushing.
I pulled up at Virgin records and got out my car. I was greeted by security at the door, but after saying I was here for an audition they let me straight in.
"Thank you," I told the security guard.
I walked all the way to the back and waited. As I waited I checked my beeper. My mama told me to call her, but I don't have time now so I'll just call her later.
"Is a Toniiiii Braxton here," a man said.
"Yes that's me," I said.
"Well come on in,"he said,"I'm Jess and you can just walk straight to that chair."
"Okay," I said,"Nice to meet you Jess."
I walked in and a group of men were sitting at a desk. There was a piano in the middle of the room so I stood beside it. I introduced myself and they just looked at me.
"What are you singing today Ms. Braxton," one of them asked me.
"Ummm I'm singing Sweet Love by Anita Baker," I said nervously.
He motioned me to begin and I got behind the piano.
"What are you doing," He asked me.
"I was about to play sir,"I said.
"No need for that we just want to hear you," he said.
"Ummm okay," I said a little disappointed because I worked so hard trying to figure out all the chords for it.
I took a deep breath then I began to sing.
With all my heart I love you baby
Stay with me and you will see
My arms will hold you, baby
Never leave, 'cause I believe
I'm in love, sweet love
Hear me calling out your name, I feel no shame
I'm in love, sweet love
Don't you ever go away, it'll always be this way.
Ohhhh my heart---
"That's enough," he said.
"But I didn't finish,"I said.
"We know wait outside for a minute," he said.
"Okay," I went into the waiting room and waited for fifth teen minutes before they called me back in.
"Ms. Braxton could you come in now please," he said.
"Yes sir," I said.
I walked in nervous as they all just stared at me with eyes of disappointment in their faces. I was scared.
"Well Ms. Braxton we've decided that you did great," he said,"but you're not quite what we're looking for."
"What you mean," I said.
"We're looking for a more feminine type singer," he said.
"Well I am a female sir how much feminine can you get," I said with a little attitude.
"No need to catch an attitude Ms. Braxton I'm pretty sure we all know you're a female a very attractive female at that," he said chuckling,"But your voice is manly and that's what we don't need."
"Ohh well um I guess I guess I should leave now then," I said a lot disappointed.
"I'm sorry Ms. Braxton,"he said.
"Yea whatever,"I said with a little attitude.
"You know you'll never get anywhere with that attitude," he said as I nicely shot the middle finger and walked out.
I really think I shouldn't have caught an attitude, but I was upset. This is the fifth time I've been rejected. Why do they not like me. Anyway I have to go to my real job. The café right down the street. I'm a waitress there, but sometimes I sing there when we're about to close. People really enjoy my singing there. I'm accepted there.
I left the record company and went straight to the café. It was 5:30 and I was already running late. When I finally made it my boss had a very disappointed look on his face.
"I'm sooooo sorry," I said,"You know how traffic is in California."
"Don't be late again," my boss said.
"Yes Sir," I said rushing in to check in.
After I checked in, I grabbed my apron and wrapped it around my waist. Then I started doing my usual, taking food to the customers.
After a few hours passed, I was exhausted. I was still working then this man kept staring at me, but I ignored him. He licked his lips and puckered at me. I rolled my eyes.
"Hey,"he said.
"Hi," I quickly replied to avoid small talk.
"Wait," he said but I just walked away.
I thought to myself, he's cute but I have a job to do. He has been calling for me the whole time. I kind of liked the fact that's he's been trying to get my attention.
After a long day of work, I was ready to go home. I took my apron off and checked out. I grabbed my car keys and walked out the door. When I made it to my car, there he was again.
"You just don't give up do you,"I said.
"No I don't especially when I'm in the presence of a beautiful woman,"he said making me blush a little.
"Excuse me Sir I have to get home,"I said.
"So you're just gonna leave me like that,"he said flashing the most beautiful smile I have ever seen.
"Goodnight Mr,"I said waiting for a name.
"Daniel," he said.
"Toni," I said,"Nice to meet you Daniel."
"You too,"he said.
"Sooooo I'll see you around,"I said.
"Most definitely," he said.
"Bye," I said watching as he looked me up and down licking his lips.
It was sexy.
"Goodnight,"he said as I got in the car waved then left.
I might have a crush who likes me.
