I was sitting at Starbucks a few days ago, working on an assignment,
when I heard a cell phone ring. It belonged to the college-aged girl sitting behind me.
I braced myself for a conversation of, “Oh my gosh, really? Like, I can’t believe it!” Instead, she said, “Hi Mom!”
I froze. Two simple
words – Hi Mom. A phone call I would never get.
*****
Hi Mom, how are
you? We’re all fine, thanks. Yes, Jayson’s working. His business is going well, thankfully. He’ll be going to LA this week, but just for
one night. Don’t worry, I’ll be
fine. I know, if you were here I’d love
to have you stay over. That’s okay – the
boys are always good for me. Silas is
fine! We’re getting ready for his
allergy shots. No, he’s not looking forward
to them, but he needs them. James is
fine, too. Yes, he still loves
school. They miss you so much. I do, too.
Okay, we’ll talk again soon. Love
you.
*****
OK, I’m getting off my shoebox now.
Love you.
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