Who Can I Run To

Freedom

Monica knew she had hurt Jordan’s feelings but, she had already made the appointment to get her hair done. How could she meet her future mother in law looking ratchet that was a no deal? Heading into the salon she took her spot and waited. The sun was beaming down, Jordan stood outside the downtown jail it was busy as usual outside constructers doing work. He was just waiting for the moment his mother would walk through the gates a free woman, sometimes he wish he could’ve took her place his dad had no right to be cheating on his mother. Some days Monica reminded him of his mom the way she was always holding him close, cooking for him and making sure whatever he needed if she had it she gave it. She was loyal unlike most women always treating him with respect.

“Jordan Deshun Smith, come on over here and give your mama a hug” came a familiar voice. Jordan looked up to see his mother walking towards him, pulling away from his thoughts he ran towards his mother he grabbed her in a full tight hug.

“Mama, I missed you so much” Jordan exclaimed trying to hold back the tears that were building up

“Well here I am baby, I’m not all skin and bones anymore but I’m here” his mother smiled, cuffing his face with the palms of her hands she kissed his cheek

“Let’s get far away from this place” Jordan said opening his mother’s door

They got into his truck and drove off. His mother looked different but she had been gone for 8 years and he missed her every day, although his grandmother did her best to be the woman in his life Jordan still missed his mother day in and out.  Turning onto the busy Highway he turned on some old school music for his mother and turned the Ac unit up a notch it was hot outside

“Where’s your girlfriend” His mother begin to ask looking around his truck

“She had something to do, she will meet us back at the house though” Jordan said hiding the small anger he had, at the mention of Monica.

“Oh alright, all those letters and pictures you sent me of you and her, she sounds like a good girl”

“She is mama, I picked this one right”

“Don’t let me find out you cheating”

“I would never hurt her like that mama, I love Monica”

“Does she love you?”

“Yes “

“Then good “His mother said turning up the music and leaning back in her seat. As the car ride went on his mother soon fell asleep .Back at the salon Monica paid the stylist and headed out, she choose to go with a short curly look. Heading to the grocery store she begins thinking of what to make for the arrival of her future mother n law. Walking down one of the isle she couldn’t make up her mind for what type of rice to get, when she was about to reach for one of the packages another hand touched he’s when she pulled back and was about to say sorry, she only looked up in shock and shook her head

“Devon what are you doing here “Monica said putting the rice in the basket

“Well last time I checked this is a public store, and I’m free to shop “Devon answered sarcastically

“Your right “Monica said and begins to walk off and finish shopping, but Devon followed right behind her

“I understand you have a man, but I still would like to get to know you” Devon said now walking on the side of her

“I’m not interested “Monica said walking to check out

“You will be (he paused)…. Please just give me a chance”

Just like the first time, Monica left Devon standing there.  Heading home she was glad to know she beat Jordan and his mother, rushing into the kitchen she begins to prepare dinner. When she begins to make the pie she heard the door unlock her heart start beating fast, she really wanted Jordan mother to like her. The door opened and in walked Jordan and his mother

“baby this is my mother “ Jordan said walking into the kitche

“Hello, Ms. Smith “Monica said extending her hand out but, Jordan’s mother pushed it away

“You can call me Resha and I give hugs” his mother said pulling Monica in for a tight hug

“Well Resha dinner is almost ready, you can chill out in the living room” Monica said smiling

“Alright thanks” his mother said walking out the kitchen

“Jordan I’m sorry, I wasn’t there with you to get her “Monica said looking into Jordan’s eyes and kissing him

“Baby it’s all good I’m just happy my mom is here” Jordan said kissing Monica

When the pie was done, Monica set the table and made everyone’s plates. They all sat down and prayed before digging in, the food must have been good because, no one was talking just eating and smiling. After dinner, Jordan’s mother volunteered to wash up the dishes while Jordan and Monica made her an air mattress in the living room. They all agreed to go to sleep early so they would be up for church the next morning. Monica climbed on top of Jordan’s lap while he sat up in bed. She begin kissing him softly and slow, the kisses begin to pick up after Jordan grabbed her ass and began to suck on her chest then her neck

“Jay waits “Monica said ending the kisses

“What you mean wait, you got me horny as fuck girl” Jordan said starting to feel on her thighs

“Don’t get me wrong I want you but, your mother is in the next room “Monica sighed

“Damn…. You right, alright baby” Jordan said putting her off his lap and kissing her good night

“Love you babe” Monica said pulling the covers over her

“Love you to baby” Jordan said closing his eyes

The loud music and hollering filled the church, the screams and cries out for Jesus Christ were heard over and over again. Monica and Jordan sat in the middle row holding hands, while his mother was standing and clapping to the music. After praise and worship the word was delivered, when church let out they all headed back to Jordan’s truck and headed home. B.E.T. had movies going on so they all got out of their church clothes and chilled around in the living room.

“So mama what are you going to do now that you’re out” Jordan asked looking over at his mother

“Well I’m going to look for a job, and go from there baby”

“That’s a good start; please don’t start dating anyone soon mama”

“Men are the furthest from my mind son”

“Lord doesn’t tell me some woman in jail had my mama “

“Boy doesn’t even play like that “His mother laughed throwing a pillow at him. “But no son I just want to handle my business first”

“Alright momma” Jordan said placing his hands on Monica’s thighs

“So Monica, where is your family “Ms. Smith asked

“They stay on the southwest side, I don’t talk to them anymore” Monica said feeling her skin turning red

“Why not” Ms. Smith asked

“Umm…. It’s just that way to be honest and it’s what’s best”

“alright I won’t ask any more questions, looks like you are happy with my son and that’s all that matters” Ms. Smith said

The fact Jordan’s mother even brought up her family, made Monica feel some type of way she excused herself from the living room and went into the bedroom. She pulled out her phone and looked at the few pictures she did have of her family, clearing the tears from her eyes she climbed into bed and laid down. Jordan entered the bedroom, walking over to Monica’s side of the bed; he bent down on his knees and looked into her brown eyes, which were now red and puffy.

“Baby, what’s wrong” Jordan asked

“I just miss the few good times, I had with my family but at the same time I can’t go back to them” Monica said crying

“I know that’s your family and a place in your heart will always be there but, its better this way remember “

“You’re right babe” Monica said wiping her tears away