He Heals Me

Chapter 9: Dance With Me Part 1

Kina POV

I think today was one of the first days that when I woke up I felt...normal. I wasn't anxious or worried. I was just okay. I laid in bed for a while just basking in the moment. I definitely was going to have to thank Larry when I saw him at my session. Which reminds me, I got to get up.
I made a fruit salad for breakfast just because I felt good today. I figured since I felt good I should eat good for once instead of my usual fatty food. I even took a jog around my neighborhood. I just feel high on life today like I may be starting to live again instead of just existing in self torment. I have to say it's nice. When I got back in, I showered and gathered my hair into a top knot. I had lightly tousled my hair for a messy look which I actually liked for once. I put on comfortable clothes just feeling it for the day's mood.
Even my drive over to the center was nice. No traffic. No crazy drivers on the road. I was on a roll! Pulling into the parking lot I had to park towards the back but I was early so I didn't mind the walk. I admired the architecture of the buildings and the landscaping that someone definitely took their sweet time to perfect. I was in such a good mood I even threw Charlotte's smug ass a smile when I checked in. To which she responded by just staring at me like I was crazy but I just couldn't be bothered to care. She called back to Dr. Lynn as I walked to my seat. Of course not my usual seat in the back corner, this time I sat up front just beaming at my phone as I looked through my Facebook. I rarely even opened the app anymore. I had so many notifications to go through luckily I would be waiting for a while.

Larry POV

My morning was kind of a blur. I absentmindedly did my morning routine and ate cereal since I didn't feel like cooking. I still had so much on my mind. I think I know what I want to do for Kina's therapy today for sure though. When I have a lot on my mind there's only one thing I feel like doing and it definitely isn't talking about feelings.
     I got in the car bringing a couple of things along. Hopefully Dr. Lynn doesn't get on my case for this but honestly I'm starting not to care. I just want Kina to experience things outside of people highlighting her past or shortcomings. I pulled up and noticed Kina's car was already here. I wasn't late. I guess she was just really early. I grabbed my bag and walked in. Charlotte seemed a bit on edge so I peeked over into the waiting room. There Kina sat in the front this time instead of the corner and she was smiling at something on her phone. A genuine smile. Wow. What a sight. My heart sped up a bit at that so I quickly walked to the back to set up.
       Dr. Lynn walked out of the observation room with a clipboard while I was walking into the session room. I glanced over my shoulder as I arranged my things and said good morning. She didn't say it back as she observed my actions. I turned to her and decided to get the argument out of the way.

Larry: I won't be needing notes for this session. If you don't mind, I'd like to try something a little different.
Doc: Well I see....Ok well just keep our conversation in mind.

With that she turned around and began to walk out of the room.

Larry: I will never forget it.

She stopped for a second and turned her gaze downward before continuing on her way back to the observation room. I went over to the door once I was done and went to get Kina. When I walked in the room, she instantly looked up at me and if it were possible her smile brightened even more. I'm pretty sure my heart exploded at the sight. I smiled back semi frozen under her gaze. I cleared my throat.

Larry: Um you can come with me now.
Kina: Cool! I have some things to tell you.
Larry: Really?! Like what?
Kina: I spoke with my sister for the first time in a long time. She forgives me for the stuff with my dad. She also said she loves me.
Larry: Wow! That's amazing news! I think we should celebrate!
Kina: How? * giggles*
Larry: You will see.

I walked with her into the session room and shot a look at the observation window to see it open and Dr. Lynn was watching intently. I gulped and went over to my speaker. I grabbed my iPod and scrolled to a song that has always been a spirit lifter. I think it fits the situation. I'm glad Kina dressed comfy because she's going to sweat today.

Larry: So today we will not be talking or even thinking. Today we will be dancing.....

A/N: Surprise my lovelies! I know it's been a while. How are you guys?! Sound off in the comments on what kind of dancing you'd like them to do! And hit that vote button☺️ Special S/O to Tired_of_home_ed for the push I needed to update😘