All I Ever Wanted..

Don't say Goodbye...

*the same day but from Blake's point of view*

Blake's P.O.V

It was now 12. I was finally back in Oklahoma.

"Home sweet home" I said to myself.

I decided to text my brother Taylor to see if he wanted to go have lunch, we need to catch up.

Me: hey bro, let's go grab a bite?

Taylor: yeah, where?

Me: The Pizza Parlor downtown?

Taylor: sure, I'll be there in a bit.

*at the restaurant*

When I got to the restaurant I looked around for Taylor. He had to be here, he was always on time. Then I saw him.

I walked over to the table.

We hugged each other. Then sat down.

Taylor: hey little bro!

It was funny cause I'm younger than him but I'm taller.

Me: how's the family?

Taylor had just gotten married to Marieka... and had a little boy, his name was Josh.

Taylor: good! Josh is a handful though!

Me: so have you talked to mom today?

Taylor: yeah, last time I called she said dad was sleeping.

Me: I still can't believe he might die.

Taylor: I know me either, but we need to stay strong for mom.

Me: I know.

Taylor: so what's up with you and your love life?

Me: I'm dating this girl named Jessica. She's from New York. I met her at a coffee shop. It's kind of a weird story. I think I'm gunna propose within the next couple of months if things continue!

Taylor: oh nice! Really?! I'm so happy. What does she do for a living?

Me: she's a sports journalist.

Taylor: hey bro watch out, if you don't have good sex with her she might right something bad about you.

We both busted out laughing.

I got a phone call from my mom.

Mom: Blake come down here. Now.

Me: what what's going on?

She was crying.

Mom: just come to the hospital now! Your father needs you!

Me: okay me and Taylor will be right there.

I got up from my seat panicking.

Taylor: what's wrong?

Me: we need to go to the hospital now. Dad needs us.

Taylor: then what are we standing around for! Let's go!

We rushed over to the hospital.

I ran to the front desk.

Me: Tommy Griffin please.

Receptionist: room 283.

Me: thank you.

Me and Taylor quickly walked into my dads room. I guess I never knew had bad he was, he looked horrible. Tears formed in my eyes.

Me: dad, dad.. Speak to me!

Dad: calm down son, I'm still alive.

I laughed a little, even though he looked different he still had his same old personality. My mom walked in.

Me & Taylor hugged her.

Mom: there you two are. I'm so glad to see you.

Taylor: so what did the doctor say about dad?

My mom pulled us aside.

Mom: your fathers only gunna last a couple hours, and if he's lucky... One more day.

I started to cry along with Taylor.

Taylor: does he know?

Mom: yes but he didn't want me to tell you. He didn't want to make it hard on you guys.

I knew I was going to lose my dad, but I didn't think it would be this soon. I feel like an asshole for not seeing him more often. I guess Jessica was right, I should spend as much time as I can with him.

The next couple of hours I sat by his side and didn't leave.

Dad: Blake, I don't want you and your brother to worry about me. I'll be fine.

Me: how can we not dad? How else should we take this?

Dad: when I'm gone... Just make sure your mom doesn't date any fag looking guys.

I laughed, I don't understand how my dad could still be so happy. He always found a way to put a smile on his face in the worse times.

Me: thank you.

Dad: for what?

Me: for everything. For raising me.. For getting me into basketball. You're the best father in the world.

My dad began to cry.

Dad: blake I love you, please continue to strive for greatness. And blake?

Me: yes?

Dad: make your free throws.. For me.

We both laughed. He was the best.

Me: will do.. Thanks for everything coach.

I smiled. My dad was the best coach, he taught me a lot. I got a text from Jessica.

I went outside to text her back.. When I came back I couldn't believe my eyes.

Me: MOM NURSE DOCTOR SOMEONE PLEASE COME HERE

I shouted. Finally the doctor came along with mom and Taylor.

My mom hugged me and Taylor.

Doctor: I'm sorry.. But your father has passed on.

Tears ran down my face. I was mad at this point.

Me: HOW CAN THAT BE I WAS JUST TALKING TO HIM HE CANT BE GONE

Doctor: I'm sorry Mr. Griffin.

My mom walked out of the room.

Me: NO NO NO, DADDY PLEASE.. Dad.. Please.

I got on my knees and cried the hardest I've ever cried. Taylor grabbed my arm and took me outside.

Taylor: Blake.. Just breathe. Everything will be okay.

Me: how are it taking this so well? It won't be okay Taylor. Out father just died.

Taylor: god had a plan for him. He has a plan for all of us.

I left, I couldn't handle the pain. I just wanted to run from it.. But it followed me everywhere I went.....