Maria: Us. And how we ended.
Sam: I don’t think this is a conversation to have over text.
Maria: You’re right. Sorry.
August 2018
Maria: I haven’t seen or heard from you in a while. I miss you. Lunch tomorrow?
Sam: Um … sure.
Maria: You sound hesitant. Are you sure?
Sam: Yes, of course. Our booth?
Maria: I’ll be there.
August 2018/The next day
Sam: I’m sorry, I have to cancel lunch today.
Maria: Bummer. Everything ok?
Sam: Yeah. I just kind of forgot that I had a prior commitment.
Maria: It’s ok. I understand.
Maria: Wanna try for next week?
September 2018
Maria: Hey, are you alright? I haven’t heard from you in a few weeks.
Sam: Yeah. Sorry. I’m good. Just busy.
Maria: Ok. Just wanted to check. Lunch tomorrow?
Sam: I can’t. I have patient appointments through lunch.
Maria: Ok. Maybe next week then.
Sam: I’ll let you know.
September 2018
Sam: I can’t do lunch this week.
Maria: Ok. You must be busy.
Sam: Yes
Maria: Well, let me know when you’re free
Sam: …
October 2018
Maria: It’s been so dramatic at my place lately. Brielle and her friends are fighting. So. Many. Tears.