The bright green numbers on my alarm clock read 3:16. Another sleepless night, I thought. Ever since my house got robbed, I haven't been able to sleep well. I hear a sound in the hallway and my skin get's goosebumps. I kick off my pink designer comforter, and sink my feet into the cushioned carpet. As I open the door, it creaks, and I look back and forth down the hall. When my feet transfer from the carpet, to the wooden flooring it sends a shiver up my body. I walk slowly down the hall, until I reach the twin's room. I open the door, and the moon light spills from their window. I smile, noting that they are okay and I go back to sleep.
My phone rings, and I jerk awake, sitting straight up. It rings again and I begin to drag my hand across my dresser trying to grasp my phone. When it is in my reach, I slide my finger across the screen to answer the call. It has to be my best friend Leah, I think. We talk every morning and we have known each other since we were 3. "Hey Holly," Leah says. "I just woke up, can I call you back in like 15 minutes?", I ask. "Yeah sure". I hit the end button, and pull off my blankets. I run to the end of my room to my bathroom. I turn the shower water on so it can warm up, and throw my fluffy pajama bottom's and tank top onto the ground by my bed.
I turn the water off, and wrap up into a big, soft towel that's hanging on my rack. I put on my pink and blue silk robe and dry my naturally blond hair with the towel. I blow dry my hair, and grab my curling wand and curl it into perfectly curled ringlets that hang down my back. I look in the mirror and my blue eyes stare back at me. I grab my mascara, and apply it until it is a nice thick layer. I put on my mac foundation, and rub it in with my sigma brush. What am I gonna wear today?, I ask. Then I remember I need to call Leah! I grab my phone, and dial her phone number which I have had memorized since we were 10. "Leah? It's Holly. What are you gonna wear today?", I ask. " Well, I was gonna.." Leah says. "Hold that thought, can I text you? I need to go say good bye to the twins. Bye! Love you bestie!" I run out my door, and onto the stairs.
"Mom! Have Mia and Olivia left for school yet?" I ask. "No, they are playing with the dogs in the family room", Mom replies. "Thanks". I rush up the stairs, down the hall, and into the family room. "Bye guys, have a good day at school", I say. I hug them both. Mia says, "Holly you do know you get to watch after school". I look at them both and they are smiling ear-to-ear. I look at them with a blank expression on my face. "MOM", I scream. " Yes Holly?" she says. "Olivia and Mia just told me I have to babysit them. Remember , I asked you a couple of days ago if Leah and I could go to the mall!" I shout.
"Oh, yeah I forgot. I'm sorry but you can't go to the mall. You need to babysit them. Your dad and I have a business meeting. Sorry baby" she says. She reaches over and kisses my forehead. I stop up the stairs. Leah won't believe this, I think. I pull out my phone and open a new text. Leah, I can't go to the mall because my mom forgot to tell me I had to babysit. She is so forgetful and stupid! I promise I will repay you. xoxoxox, Holly. I hit the send button, and the message is delivered. I pull on my favorite pair of ripped hollister jeans, and a floral top that I had gotten recently from Juicy Couture. I slip on my favorite high heeled pumps and walk down the stairs. As I walk down, Naomi (our maid) waves and tells me to have a great day. I wave at her, and flash her a fake smile.
I take the top off the blender, and throw in a couple mango chunks, a banana, and some mango concentrate. I press the on button, and cover my ears. When my smoothie is blended, I pour it into my Starbucks cup. "Lucy" I call. Then scrambling down the stairs I see my mini Yorkie named Lucy. I reach down and pick her up, and grab the pink bow of the kitchen counter and tie it into her hair. I sit her down, and wait for my boyfriend to come pick me up. I hear someone on the driveway but before I can look the car speeds away and all I see is a flash of red. That's funny, I think.
But now I see a black escalade slowly coming up the driveway and smile noticing that Ryan looks good today. I grab my phone off the counter, and my purse from in the closet. Ryan waves at me from the drivers side. And I hop into the passengers seat. I lean over and kiss him on the cheek. "You look cute", I whisper. "You look gorgeous" he says as he looks me up and down. He turns the key, and we start for school.
When we arrive at Ridgeway High school, I tell him "Thanks, see you at lunch." I get out and walk down the hallway. As I'm walking everybody stares at me, I am the 'It girl' at Ridgeway. I put on a sassy smile, looking at all the girls wishing they could be me. Then I spot Leah at the end of the hallway texting away on her phone. I walk up to her. "Leah!", I exclaim. "Holly! Your top is so cute. OMG!" Leah says. "Thanks my mom and I went shopping last weekend and I got it." I say. I hug her, and swing my purse over my shoulders and walk to first period.
The bell rings for lunch, and I smile with ease. I walk to my locker and wait for Leah and Ryan. I hear someone walking towards me, and then someone hugs me from behind. I jump at first, but when I realize it's Ryan I hug him back. I send Leah a text saying, Leah, Ryan and I are going to the cafe. Meet us their if we are still on for lunch. xoxoxox, Holly.
I order a turkey panini and a Green Tea. I eat slowly, listening to Ryan jabber on about some red carpet premiere he is going too. "Holly? Hello?" Ryan asks. "Oh sorry. What did you ask?" I respond. "I was wondering if you wanted to go with me to the movie premiere since my mom is starring in the movie." he asks. I can tell he is nervous asking me, and I regret zoning out earlier. He is great boyfriend and I need to pay attention, I scold myself. "I would love too, and I love you." He kisses me, and I smile. "I love you too," he says.
I walk towards Ryan's car and sit on the curb. Where is he, we meet everyday after school! He better be here, I think. I look towards the football field I don't see anyone. Now, that I think of it this parking lot is practically empty. I feel like someone is watching me, so I pull out my phone and call Ryan. Great he sent me to voice mail, I think. Then in the distance I see someone walking up. It's Ryan, I smile. "Why the wait, baby?", I ask. "I had something to take care of", he says. He sounds angry, so I just get into the car. He gets in, and slams the door but his face turns to a smile. And he reaches out to grab my hand.
I fiddle with my acrylic nails, and I notice how small, and petite I am to him. I knew I was short, but sitting next to him just makes me feel even shorter. We are pulling to the gate, and the security guard buzzes us in. He drives up the hill, and I can hear the dog's. When we stop, I put my hands around his neck and give him a kiss.
I open a text remembering I had forgot to ask about that thing this weekend. Have a good football practice, and when is that movie premiere? xoxox, holly.
Today was a good day, I think. I grab a glass of water and walk up stairs.
