Life as I Know It

Chapter 28

So. Hi!! I know I haven't been on here in FOREVER but I promise I haven't abandoned this story. I've actually been having loose dreams about new scenes from this story, so that's a sign right?

Anyway, I've just been really busy this summer, with traveling and visiting family and friends. I got a new job, lost two, and now have more time on my hands. So that means I have more time to write!

I still don't have a proper outline for this story; I just write when I feel like it. And I haven't been this motivated to write anything other than blogging in a real long time. So I'm glad to have brought up this little story again.

Previously...

I felt my mom scoot closer to me and tentatively place a hand over mine. "Maybe I should have talked to you about these guys earlier. I didn't think how they would affect you because of how introverted you are, and how much you keep to yourself. I didn't even think you were thinking about having a boyfriend or anything like that, until Edward came along." She glanced at me, and I smiled a bit. "But anyway, I'm so sorry I've made you feel that way."

I nodded, placing my hand on top of hers. "It won't make up for everything, but thanks."

She hugged me, and I almost didn't hug her back. But I slid my arms across her slowly. A few years of my mother prancing around with so many guys wouldn't be fixed with one talk and a hug, but at least she knew her actions were wrong. What could be done next, I wasn't sure.

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After our talk, I escaped back to my room, finally. The side of my head pounded, and I could feel a full headache coming on. I sighed as I flopped back on my bed.

I wasn't mad at my mother anymore, just tired. Tired from the long day with my boyfriend, but also from everything with my mom lately. I knew she wasn't the only reason why I was the way I was, but she claimed a big part of it. And being in my first relationship, there was a lot of confusion with me and what I wanted. I didn't really know how to be in one, but luckily, Edward was so patient with me and my introduction to relationships.

My phone vibrated in my pocket, and my hand hesitated to get it from my pocket. I glanced up at Edward's window across from me, which was lit but the blinds were closed. My phone vibrated again when his blinds opened up, and Edward waved. I half-smiled and waved back. He pointed to his phone in hand, and I swiped open my phone to see his messages.

R u ok? How did it go? – E

Kind of. I'm kinda out of it, actually. – B

Why? What happened? Did you and your mom fight? – E

Nothing too serious. She thought that I lashed out at Phil because of my father. – B

Your father? – E

Yeah. He and my mom divorced when I was like 10, that's why we moved and I had to start school late all these years. – B

Right. Yeah. I remember. You started high school at 15 when I was a sophomore at 17. – E

Yeah, cause it took my parents forever for them to get divorced and finally move. Again. But anyway. She thought that the reason that I didn't like Phil or took so long for us to be together was because of my dad. – B

What was the reason? – E

My mom and her being all over the place with her relationships. And she thinks I'm resentful of my dad. – B

Is that true? – E

Maybe. I love and miss my dad, and I haven't thought about how my relationship with him has affected my relationships with others, including you. Besides you and him, you guys are the only male influences on my life. I love my dad though. And you, I guess lol. – B

Aww that's so nice lol – E

You know what I mean lol! Like, ok maybe some of it has to do with my dad, because after him, it's like my mom hasn't been the same. Like she has to overcompensate for how bad their relationship was back then. – B

Do you remember your dad and mom's fights? – E

Not really. It's all quite fuzzy... - B

Oh wow. : ( - E

My mom and I talked about some things and she apologized for basically flaunting in front of me. – B

Do you accept it? – E

For now. But I know it's not over. Like this whole thing isn't over. – B

I just hope I treat you better. – E

Yeah, you have. You're one of my best friends. And an awesome boyfriend. < 3 : ) – B

I'm the only boyfriend you've ever had. Lol – E

You know what I mean!!! Ok I'm sleeping now goodbye lmaooo X D – B

Hahahaha goodnight, love ; ) – E

I plopped the phone beside me on the bed and flopped down, face-down. I sighed a heavy sigh and rolled myself into the covers. I knew I should have changed my clothes into something more comfortable, but with everything going on today, I couldn't move. I just needed to rest my body.

I closed my eyes, hoping my fatigue would be enough to wash away this emotionally draining day.

A/N: Thanks again for waiting patiently. Hope to see you all real soon.

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