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Me:(8:26)I never took it off, even down at our favorite spot by the river

Me:(8:27) I should find it and start wearing it again. 2000s fashion needs to make a comeback.

Bennett:(9:04) Sorry about that. Dispatch had me running around for a bit.

Me:(9:05) Please don’t apologize. You’re working. I mean sure, I’m staring at my phone and hanging on every word.

Me:(9:05) But I’m stable. I swear.

Me:(9:05) (GIF of an insane person rocking back and forth in a straitjacket)

Bennett:(9:06) (laughs at GIF)

Bennett:(9:42) Still sorry and still gonna tell you that anyway. Busy night. Was really hoping for a quiet one.

Me:(9:42) Really it’s okay.

Me:(9:42)I’m just happy you’re messaging me after not talking for so long

Me:(9:43)I’m just happy you’re messaging me after everything that’s happened

Me:(9:44) I’m just happy you’re able to message when you can.

Bennett:(9:47) (loves last text)

Bennett:(9:47) How is your mom?

Me:(9:48) Good. Rachel was able to watch her while we were at the gym. Got my pager on me when I’m in the house. Oncologist is making a house visit tomorrow.

Bennett:(10:04) Glad to hear she’s doing okay.

Bennett:(10:04) Speaking of tomorrow.

Bennett:(10:05) I’m allowed to have a ride-along every now and then. Would you be up for joining me?

Bennett:(10:05) Not sure how that works with your mom.

Me:(10:05)Hell yes I would! Nothing would make me happier

Me:(10:05)Spending more time with you? Sign me up!

Me:(10:05)Totally!

Me:(10:05) Sure.

Me:(10:06) I can work something out with Rachel.

Me:(10:06) I’ve done a bunch of those in LA for different roles. I promise to be a quiet and observant ride-along.

Bennett:(10:42) I am so sorry. The crazies are out tonight.

Bennett:(10:42) I’ll text you details tomorrow after I clear it with my sergeant. Sound good?

Me:(10:43) Nothing sounds better.

Bennett:(10:44) Great.

Bennett:(10:44) And don’t be quiet. I forgot how much fun it is to talk with you.