In the clouds

It’s finally Saturday and it’s Clara’s birthday. She invited me over to her apartment to celebrate with her, Cameron, Jackie, and some friends from work. She told me that Ace wasn’t coming because he had to fly to New York, but I know that’s just an excuse to not see me.

My heart crumbles at the thought that maybe, this really is over.

I push the thought away as I get ready. I might as well still look good even though I have no one to impress. I put on a black, shimmery, flowy dress, and some matching heels.

I don’t ever wear heels because I’m so terrible at walking in them, but I bought these 2 years ago, and never used them.

I look at myself in the mirror and smile a little bit. I look really good. I’d date me. I apply a little bit of makeup and head out.

“Bye dad! Bye Remi!” I say as I passed them in the living room.

“Bye Heather, please be careful,” Dad says waving me goodbye, as he remains focused on the tv.