Page 63 of Yours Until Forever

Me:

Honestly? I don’t think I’m ready for this.

Colin:

I think you are. I think you’re just scared.

Me:

Yes! If we start something and it crashes and burns, Sarah will be affected. God, I can’t even imagine navigating her friendship with Luna if things got messy with Gage.

Tim:

Know what I think?

Me:

I’m sure you’ll tell me even if I say no.

Tim:

I think you’re using Sarah as a shield because you’re terrified of getting hurt again. Not every guy is like James, Amelia. The other thing? You’re not just someone’s mom. You’re still you. A woman who deserves more than just surviving the day. You deserve something that lights you up.

THURSDAY

Me:

We need to talk color scheme for the science fair.

Gage:

We need a color scheme?

Me:

Absolutely. I’m thinking navy and silver with galaxy-themed table runners and maybe string lights if we can swing it.

Gage:

String lights?

Me:

Yes. Just because it’s educational doesn’t mean it can’t be magical.

Gage:

I was going to suggest using the school banners.

Me:

Let me have my stars and shimmer, Gage.

Gage:

Not arguing. Just imagining you bossing me into hanging string lights.

FRIDAY

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