Perfectly Imperfect

9. Surprise visit at Key West

Monday was my first day on the job. The dress code was khaki bottoms along with a navy blue top, with at least one item being from the store itself. Since I wasn't as comfortable wearing pants, the manager was very understanding of my situation and allowed me to wear a khaki colored pencil skirt which was maxi, and a navy blue high low top. I was very thankful at the fact that she has even allowed me to alter the dress code to fit my faith. Especially in a top brand store like Key West. My first job of the day was to fold clothing and restock items on the shelves. The workers where very kind and friendly, and I could tell that I was really going to enjoy my time working here.

"How was work Samirah?" My mothers asked as I walked through the front door. I had a very long day learning how everything at the shop operates and the store just being a busy place generally. I was very tired and just wanted to go straight to bed. "It was nice Alhamdulillah, a lot better than I thought it would be" I replied heading towards the fridge. I was looking for my leftover Steak that I bought the day before and was praying my sister hadn't got to it. "I just got off the phone with your grandparents, and they're looking into coming to America soon to visit!" My face automatically had a bright smile and I suddenly became excited from the news. "Alhamdulilah, can't wait to finally see them! It's been a while" I said heading towards the staircase. I loved my grandparents dearly and thought of them often. Their kindness towards each other and the love they shared where my relationship goals. And if I had to choose which marriage I'd want mine to resemble, it would be theirs.
As I approach my bedroom, the sound of Jameelah and Laila overcome my ears, once again. Only this time it was coming from my room which was very odd. They're never in my room because they knew how I would react. "Why would you break it??" I heard Jameelah yell. Sounded like they broke something of mines. I quickly opened the door to my room only to find not 1, not 2, but 3 of my Mac powders crushed in the floor, with brown stains all over my new white carpet. "I can explain!" Said Laila slowly backing away from my presence. I was furious and had to hold myself back from reacting in a way I would regret. Surprisingly enough, I said nothing. I only saw one thing in that room, and it was my bed.
:::::::::::::::
I wake up to the sound of the asr athan from the prayer app on my phone. I was still tired and wanted to stay bed but I eventually got up, and made my way to the bathroom, where I made wudu, then prayed shortly after. I then decided to go to a local gym I recently got a membership with. I was signed up for almost a week now but never went. Figured it was time for me to really get serious about working out, not just 25 minutes on the side of my day doing the same things over and over again. I wore Nike jogger pants with a long sleeve black shirt I purchased from H&M not too long ago, paired with my gray Roshe runs.
The first thing I started when walking in the gym was cardio. I spent a couple of long minutes on the treadmill eventually running up and to 2 miles and sone change. This is exactly what I needed. I then gazed around the gym to see which workout I should tackle next. I could tell it would be hard for me to work out and feel comfortable at the same time in the areas I wanted to go in because how many men lingered around there. As I'm looking around, I notice the back of a guys head that looked familiar. Could it be..Harim?? I look a little closer but still keeping my distance. It was him. Right when I was enjoying my time at the gym. I quickly turned back and tried to find something close for me to do. I was even thinking about leaving. A couple moments later, I feel someone's presence getting closer and closer to me. Knowing who it was, I tried to ignore it until he started to call my name."Samirah..., Samirah is that you?" I turn around facing him not trying to make it obvious that I was feeling uncomfortable. " yeah it's me " I replied trying to keep the unnecessary conversation short. " wow I had no idea you worked out here" he said looking surprised and shocked. He was very built and had his hands on his hips waiting for a response. "I just started" I replied keeping conversation to a minimum. I wasn't about to spend my workout time talking to Harim. His presence alone made me feel uncomfortable, and I could feel his eyes studying my body up and down. "Nice" he replied. "I'm looking forward to seeing you more often". He ran his fingers through his hair and I could tell he was trying to appear more dreamy to me. It didn't work. I smiled then walked away. I actually think that I am done for the day. Looks like I need to find a new location.