Leah Williamson: The Bond.

Part 21: Jilly's Coffees and My Sky Angel

I know I shouldn't lean in too but all I could think was, ' Fuck It.'

A glimpse shot across the wondering gaze of Leah, which made me know she wanted this. Both of our heads drifted towards each-other, not wasting a second of time. Her lips found mind, giving them a gentle bite. Her hand cupped my face, while my hands wondered around her hair. It just felt right. "You're amazing." Leah whispered.

I woke up the next morning to a snoring Beth laying in the bed next to me. She was sound asleep, so I took the decision to get ready early. My mind wondered about last night. As much as I like Leah, Jordan was on my mind. I felt extremely guilty. Guess it was a different celebration for making it to the final. We had team bonding again this afternoon, which has been a constant throughout the tournament. We all thought it was silly by the time quarter finals came around, but look where we're are now. My hair scrapped back into a bun, desperately needing a wash but did I have the effort to? Nope. My mind was filled with more important thoughts.

I was at breakfast by myself before someone took the seat beside me.

"Hi Abs. How you feeling?" I looked over to see Jill sitting next to me, a coffee in her hand.

"I'm good thanks, down getting your morning coffee?"

"You know it." Jill said, giggling.

We spent the morning talking about Jill's career. This was the pinnacle. We all had the though that Jill and Ellen may retire soon, but none of us were ready for the day. They are just amazing humans.

The final was only four days away, the end of the most memorable summer. A pinch me summer. Training happened soon after that, doing a gentle session after yesterday. A 'confidence session', as Sarina calls it.

Later on we had our team bonding for the day. The assignment, write a letter for the person you are paired with. I got Ella, which made me laugh as we may be the most bonded pair on the team.

Dear Ella,

Even though you are my sister, there are somethings I don't tell you enough. I am so proud of you. You are the reason I am here right now. I was so close to leaving this world with Dad, but I didn't because of you. You are my hero. Thank you for being such a role model for me. You have done so much in you career, but most importantly, this summer. This summer belongs to you, don't let it go. Do it for Dad.

I love you Els,

From Abs x

I had tears forming from my eyes writing Ella's letter. I walked over and we exchanged letters.

Dear my Abs,

You have done me and Dad so proud. I heard a saying the other day, 'There are earth angels and sky angels.' Dad is a sky angel, he wasn't meant to be an earth angel for us. He is looking over us. He's our sky angel. But you are my earth angel. I couldn't do life without you. I am so happy you are here. You have been through so much, and you deserve to win this. Dad loves you, I love you, never forget that.

From Els 🤍

Tears were now rolling down my face, this was our summer. For Dad.

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This was a short chapter bc I'm now crying from sky and earth angels😭We all have them but in writing it makes it even more sad