you were putting too much before you and neglecting yourself. Just talk it up when we’re working on it or get your mom’s input on colors or something. That’ll let them know that they’re important without making them feel guilty for taking away from work on your space.
Mibs says: You’re right. Again. You’re making a very bad habit of that.
Luke says: I’ll put being wrong more often on my “ to do ” list.
Mibs says: You’re so accommodating. Thank you.
Luke says: Anytime.
Mibs says: Uh oh. I think Kenzie is starting another nightmare. I better go.
Luke says: Oh, I didn’t know she did that. I’ll be praying for her.
Mibs says: Maybe not. Must have been a cat.
Luke says: Maybe your cat. So, does she have many nightmares?
Mibs says: Every now and then. Some kid at church gave her a very detailed description of what probably happened in her parents’ accident, and now she has these nightmares every now and then.
Luke says: I’d like to give that kid a piece of my mind. Who does something that cruel?
Mibs says: Haven’t you noticed how horribly cruel children can be?
Luke says: I suppose. That poor little girl. Have you ever asked her exactly what he said?
Mibs says: No, I was afraid it’d reinforce it and make things worse.
Luke says: Or, maybe it’d be so out there that you could tell her it isn’t true. Kids also exaggerate. For all you know, this kid told her that their heads were cut off or something equally revolting.
Mibs says: I hadn’t thought of that. You have a point. Maybe I’ll do it.
Mibs says: Nope, I was right. She’s starting up. Gotta go. Bye.
Luke says: Bye. Praying…
Fizzled Dates
Chapter 6
Sunday, August 10 th
Frustration built as William drove Aggie home from their date. Though she’d enjoyed the delicious dinner and the conversation had been interesting, there had also been an awkwardness and formality that she found miserable. With each block that whizzed past, she became more upset and agitated. A glance at William showed her that he was oblivious to the turmoil whirling in her mind which, irrationally, irritated her further.
As he pulled up to her door, Aggie nearly jumped from the car before he could turn off the engine. “ Thanks for dinner. It was delicious. Don’t bother to ask me out again, though. I’m determined to remain a happy and single mommy of eight. Forever . ” She smiled at him as she pushed the door shut. A glance at one of the upstairs windows showed Vannie watching them. She turned back to William once more. “ Thank you again, William. Goodnight. ”
The bewildered look on William’s face troubled her. In his mind, everything had probably been just fine. They’d gone to eat, had a nice conversation, driven past the lake to see the lights of the houses reflecting on the water, and then come home. If he had kissed her, it would have been the perfect romantic date, but she felt like a fraud. The thought of being kissed made her shudder. It wasn’t that William was repulsive; he most certainly wasn’t. However, the idea of something so intimate, with anyone, felt revolting.
Inside the house, she picked up the phone and dialed his home phone. Once the machine picked up, she spoke. “ Officer Markenson, this is Aggie Milliken at 101 Last Street. I would like to report a domestic disturbance. ” She thought for a moment before continuing. “ It appears that the lady of the house was just insufferably rude to her most dashing and gracious date tonight, and she would like to apologize in person. She will arrange for her handyman to watch the children and will be waiting at Espresso Yourself at eight o’clock tomorrow morning. She will understand if you choose to decline her invitation. ”
Her thumb hovered over the buttons on her phone. This was a call she dreaded making. If she asked his help, she knew she’d need to explain. Well, she felt obligated to explain even if it wasn’t technically necessary. With a
Mibs says: You’re right. Again. You’re making a very bad habit of that.
Luke says: I’ll put being wrong more often on my “ to do ” list.
Mibs says: You’re so accommodating. Thank you.
Luke says: Anytime.
Mibs says: Uh oh. I think Kenzie is starting another nightmare. I better go.
Luke says: Oh, I didn’t know she did that. I’ll be praying for her.
Mibs says: Maybe not. Must have been a cat.
Luke says: Maybe your cat. So, does she have many nightmares?
Mibs says: Every now and then. Some kid at church gave her a very detailed description of what probably happened in her parents’ accident, and now she has these nightmares every now and then.
Luke says: I’d like to give that kid a piece of my mind. Who does something that cruel?
Mibs says: Haven’t you noticed how horribly cruel children can be?
Luke says: I suppose. That poor little girl. Have you ever asked her exactly what he said?
Mibs says: No, I was afraid it’d reinforce it and make things worse.
Luke says: Or, maybe it’d be so out there that you could tell her it isn’t true. Kids also exaggerate. For all you know, this kid told her that their heads were cut off or something equally revolting.
Mibs says: I hadn’t thought of that. You have a point. Maybe I’ll do it.
Mibs says: Nope, I was right. She’s starting up. Gotta go. Bye.
Luke says: Bye. Praying…
Fizzled Dates
Chapter 6
Sunday, August 10 th
Frustration built as William drove Aggie home from their date. Though she’d enjoyed the delicious dinner and the conversation had been interesting, there had also been an awkwardness and formality that she found miserable. With each block that whizzed past, she became more upset and agitated. A glance at William showed her that he was oblivious to the turmoil whirling in her mind which, irrationally, irritated her further.
As he pulled up to her door, Aggie nearly jumped from the car before he could turn off the engine. “ Thanks for dinner. It was delicious. Don’t bother to ask me out again, though. I’m determined to remain a happy and single mommy of eight. Forever . ” She smiled at him as she pushed the door shut. A glance at one of the upstairs windows showed Vannie watching them. She turned back to William once more. “ Thank you again, William. Goodnight. ”
The bewildered look on William’s face troubled her. In his mind, everything had probably been just fine. They’d gone to eat, had a nice conversation, driven past the lake to see the lights of the houses reflecting on the water, and then come home. If he had kissed her, it would have been the perfect romantic date, but she felt like a fraud. The thought of being kissed made her shudder. It wasn’t that William was repulsive; he most certainly wasn’t. However, the idea of something so intimate, with anyone, felt revolting.
Inside the house, she picked up the phone and dialed his home phone. Once the machine picked up, she spoke. “ Officer Markenson, this is Aggie Milliken at 101 Last Street. I would like to report a domestic disturbance. ” She thought for a moment before continuing. “ It appears that the lady of the house was just insufferably rude to her most dashing and gracious date tonight, and she would like to apologize in person. She will arrange for her handyman to watch the children and will be waiting at Espresso Yourself at eight o’clock tomorrow morning. She will understand if you choose to decline her invitation. ”
Her thumb hovered over the buttons on her phone. This was a call she dreaded making. If she asked his help, she knew she’d need to explain. Well, she felt obligated to explain even if it wasn’t technically necessary. With a
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