The Patakis: Episode Eight
Who…sorry for such a long wait. Busy, busy, busy. Anyway, sorry again and let's start right into it. ;)
I can't believe that two good things already happened to me today. I have never had something like this happen to me. I am starting to believe that life is going to start and get better for me.
"So Phoebs, what do you wanna do first today?" I ask. Phoebe thinks for a moment.
"Perhaps we could go to the park for a walk? We have not done that for quite some time Helga," Phoebe suggests. I think for a moment. That might be fun so I think maybe it'll be a good idea to take a walk. I am nodding.
"Sounds great, let me just go get ready." I am getting up and walking to the staircase. Phoebe is following me now. I feel such joy that I have my friend and my life back. I feel like my life is finally coming back to me. As corny as it sounds….life is good.
I walk up the staircase and am now grabbing my sneakers. I am sitting down on the edge of my bed. I tie my shoes as Phoebe is getting ready herself. We both are walking down the stairs together.
We are now getting to the park and the fresh air feels so good. I almost forgot what it was like to be happy and take a walk with a good friend. I also forgot what this park looked like. I have been avoiding it for so long. It reminded me of Arnold too much. I admit that walking right now into this park is painful but I know I need this. I need to take these first few steps; for Arnold…and for me.
I am taking a deep breath of that fresh air. It is nice. I am tempted to take out a cigarette. I am reaching my hand to my pocket but they aren't there. I am wondering why they wouldn't be but now I remember I threw them out. I am tired of smoking. It may be good at first but I know it will catch up to me if I keep doing it. I know I am addicted to them but I am going to try to have some will power about them. They aren't a need; they're just a want after all.
I am looking around the park. It is really pretty at this time of the morning. Phoebe smiles at me. I am smiling back.
"So Helga, you think you might want me to help you with your homework…you know if you have decided to start doing it again," Phoebe says.
I am thinking for a moment. A study party would be fun. Phoebe and I haven't done it in so long. I am nodding.
"That sounds great Phoebs. We can have weekly times and dates…how about Wednesday?" I am asking.
"Perfect! I like that idea Helga," Phoebe says.
We are smiling. I am finding myself take her hand. I am stopping. I wrap my arms around her. She is not hesitating to hug back.
Sorry for short chapter but all I got for now. I have a lot to do and little time to finish it. Also…personal issues I'm going through. I just want you beautiful people to know I love yas and I am doing the best I can. Have a wonderful weekend and I'll try to get more out. I have more episodes planned for sure. :D
