Letters between two lost people

Sixteen

Charlie, have you seen our son today?

The text message binged twice as it sat infront of me.. I don't need the grief from her now of all days.
Scanning through the paperwork for the expansion is mind boggling.. double Dutch to me..being 9:30pm Tony was slowly closing down the gym ready for tomorrow.. knowing now how much I need to put to wards it is scary but not achievable.

"Knock boss.. I'm off now... this was left for you!" Handing a cream envelope.

"Oh cheers.. have good evening bud"

"You too"I pushing it with the paperwork in my grip. Slight embarrassed, he took my letter..alright he gave me it but still that's my letter!

"Ton?" Calling as he was closing office door

"Did you see who left it?"

"Nah sorry." Staring at it felt different today. Not sure why. With the lights all low it was just me here..

Dear Mr chuckles

It's been a couple of weeks and I'm sorry! My sister made a sudden improvement and is getting released but I've had to sort the house out.

But I had an idea!!!! Fun raiser!! Family fun day!! Fee per entry, fee for the events.. you'll raise some money to the expansion!! Here is a list of a few companies I found locally.. charity fun boxing. Giant sumo suits, volley ball, cricket, climbing wall, rope climbing.. its all for a good cause right???

And the answer to your previous question in a older letter.. yes okay let's catch up/meet! I've thought about it but I don't want to be waiting and then you decide not to meet me because you saw me...... don't laugh..... so how about we meet at the park cafe on Lucas green?? The pretty cafe with the sun flowers? Say 10? Saturday? It April so I'll be in my brown leather jacket unless it's roasting hot day!!! Haha

So if I don't get a reply before Saturday I will still go in hope you'll be there!

Always
XLX

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Still no reply.. my letter has gone so he has it... maybe he regrets asking to meet.. heart pounding.
Feet feeling heavy like lead, it's been a long week..

"Lucy baby.."
"Craig... alright?" Pushing the mop side to side
"Of course I am it's Friday baby girl! Party night all night! " doing a dance well a shovel from foot to foot
"I can't wait to sleep.."
"Nah come out with me.. both single right?"
"Thanks but I need to go home.."
"Sweet cheeks o can and will show you a good time" he cheekily placed his arm around her shoulders
"I'll pass but you have fun." Diverting off to the cleaning cupboard. Out of sight out of mind..

"Alright" a friendly tone came from behind, being faced with Charlie smile made me feel weak at the knees.

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Dear L

You never need to say sorry... it's hard to find time but it's strange I always have time for your letters.. they weirdly give me some sense of calm amongst the storms in my life.... THE EX WIFE!

Family fun day good idea... games, food, music.. sounds like a plan.. money doesn't seem to go as far as you would like now a days..
Refurb is in Motion but you know these things take time.

I know the Lucas green cafe... I would never do that even if you have big ears and a large nose... id sit there watch you arrive then I'll leave.... only joking I wouldn't stand you up.. friends aren't we??
Okay brown jacket... I reckon you'll clock me, but if not I'll have my trusty red hoody with me.

I hope you get my reply before Saturday..
Always
Mr chuckles

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"Lucy... Lucy"
"Here.." her voice called from the kitchen area.. there was cleaning products on the worktops, mop and bucket propped up against the wall..
"Where are you" Charlie asked with a slight laugh
"Someone left split smoothie.. looks it's disgusting" showing the cloth to Charlie
"Seriously.." stepping around to see it dried on the cupboard door too
"Christ let me help you.." dropping to his knees
"You don't have too"
"Did you get your bike fixed?"
"Waiting..."
"For what?"
"Time"
"Time? But vague"
"To sort it..."
"Well I'll sort it out tomorrow morning.. I'll get it about 8am."
"No it's fine and anyway the walking it doing me good"
"Tonight I'll take you home.. no arguing" maybe a slight relief to his offer..
"I'll take your bike tonight be easier"
"I will pay you back" giving her a look he stood up
"Come on it's late. Get your coat"

Shortly after we were leaving. The smell of his aftershave was strong but nice.. taking in a deep breath it filled my lungs.
There's a caring man who has a lot on his shoulders...
"What plans do you have tomorrow?" He asked with his back to her
"Umm not much meeting a friend"
"Nice..."
"You?"
"Funnily enough I am catching up with someone too... but actually not much for a change"
"You always seem so busy here.. down time is good"
"Yeah... how about breakfast? I'll pick you up and we will drop your bike off"
"Huh? Breakfast??" My hands went instantly sweaty. Heart was pounding..
"Yeah I'll cook pancakes... be nice to have some adult company, but of course don't have too"
"Blimey you must have much nicer ladies than me to ask over.."
"Nope.. come over about 8am... I'll text you when I leave... come it's bloody cold"
He jumped into the car leaving her frozen to the spot.. a date with Charlie... A DATE WITH CHARLIE... breakfast with Charlie... what am I going to wear...

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Slapping the alarm that felt like it was screaming! 5:30am 5:30am GET YOYR ARSE UP 5:30am
Well that's how it felt.. slowly dragging into the shower the water beads hit my skin and it was soothing. Steam filled the bathroom & the warmth from the water I could stay here.. but the gym is calling.. breakfast and a late morning meeting.. well aren't both of them dates?
With frustration each punch felt like it got harder, sweat dripping down. The pressure of 2 dates if that is what you can call them, haven't had a date since the first time I met Jayne.. that's god knows how many years ago.. wonder if I was that nervous then compared to now?