A/N: Chapter 2! Again reviews are always welcome! As much as I wish I was published writer, I'm not. So that means that none of this mine, just the plot!
Junior year, I studied abroad. I went to Spain…
At the end of my sophomore year I was recommended for a school year abroad my junior year. I tossed and turned over my decision. I could leave. I could go to Spain and find some new Spanish hottie to replace Conrad. I could have amazing adventures and see new places. But then I would be leaving Susannah. I would be leaving my mother and my brother. I would be leaving any chance of a relationship with Conrad. It took me two weeks to make a decision. I needed to go to Spain. It was time that I move on and try new things and new places. It was time that I find a new Belly.
The last day of sophomore year Anika and my other roommates had a teary goodbye. I wouldn't get to see them again before I left for Spain. Taylor, y dad, and Stephen all came to help me move my stuff out of my dorm. I spent the majority of my summer at my house or at Taylor's. I didn't get a job again; instead I spent my time with a Spanish dictionary in my room trying to sink up as much of the language as I could. I didn't go to Cousins that summer. I knew there was a chance that I would see him there and that would have ruined my whole plan. Instead I spent my days in the house studying and preparing to move on.
That summer went by surprisingly fast. Before I knew it, it was the last week in July. The last week of my summer was hectic. My mom and I spent most of the days together. We either went out and got last minute supplies for my trip or helping me pack for my trip or just spending time together. The Friday before I left my mom surprised me with a dinner that she had invited most of my friends to as well as Stephen. I was surprised when I saw Jere's car in the parking lot. When we got into the restaurant I let out a nervous breath when I realized that Conrad was not there. It would have been too herd to see him. Dinner was fun. After about thirty minutes Lacie showed up and the group was complete. We laughed and talked and then my mom gave me a card that everyone had signed. I ended up leaving early so I could get up in the morning for my flight. I was bombarded by hugs as I was leaving.
Taylor's hug was the loudest. She practically screamed in my ear, "Meet some new boy for me and don't forget to call or email!" I laughed and we left. That night I made sure I had everything ready. After ten timed through my check list I settled with the fact that there was nothing left to do. Much too soon for my liking, it was morning. My mom took me to the airport and I was on my way. She wished me goodbye at the gate and I boarded my flight. As I watched the cars and buildings become smaller was overwhelmed with relief of getting away and forging my own path.
