She said I don't spend time, like I really should, She said she don't know me, anymore

Noo I groan, rolling over onto my back. Is it really morning already ? my head throbs as I crawl across the bed towards Kid Cudi's slow, hypnotic voice - this song both keeps me awake and makes me want to crawl back under my covers. I need to change this song, I think to myself as I reach for my phone. Turn offff I whisper, tapping every part of the screen until Cudi's voice stops.

Weak rays of sunlight escape between the breaks of the curtains; gently I push aside the pink fabric to get a better look. A thin layer of fog and a cloud filled sky greet me and I smile as I stare up at the sun which is now just a silver oyster in a sea full of grey. It's a nice change from the usual unyielding heat; it reminds me of home, and gives me

In the land of Gods and Monsters, I was an Angel, Living in the garden of evil

I do the rounds to the sound of Gods and Monsters - opening doors and checking beds, seeing who is home, who went to work, and who came home last night. Full house, I think when I when I check the last 'bed.' Sleeping soundlessly on the old, broken couch, Calv is nestled under his old Star Wars duvet.

I make my way back to my room, humming and stretching, trying to remember what classes I have today. It will be a good day today I think, laying down in my bed again. Weather is pretty, Ma will be happy, it will be a good day.

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