I want to thank all the people that have helped me edit and critique this story. They are Angel O'Hare, Stacy Miller, Karen Page, Robi, Paula Dillon and especially Maddy Bell for allowing me to join her universe and giving me permission to write in it.
Based on the story Gaby, Book # 4 - Once Upon A Time In America By Maddy Bell
All Characters portrayed in the story are copywrited to Maddy Bell for her Gaby series found at Maddybell.com
Scene 10
Tuesday continued:
“Um yes I've had a few, I just don't want to talk about them Darla. Not at this moment anyway, I need to concentrate on driving.”
I had a hard time, to keep from laughing. Sandy looked at me, and did a small grin.
“Oh ok, sorry Sandy.”
“No problem Darla.”
Ally and Darla started a stream of conversation between themselves, while I talked with Sandy.
“I saw your mum at lunch time sis. I told her I was going with you to Jack's and she understood. She asked if she should get some dinner ready for us. What do you think?”
“Well we can get you something to eat at the restaurant, if you want. Why don't we wait until you get there and see what they have? I am sure we can work something out, little sister.” while she smiled at me.
We arrived at Jack's Diner and we went inside. It was a quaint place and it was quite lovely in a quaint sort of way. It left you feeling comfortable. There were two pool tables in the back area of the restaurant, and several boys from school were playing. They all looked up as we walked in. I heard one say:
“Hey aren't they the two British exchange babes?”
“Ah, yes they are.” The other boy said.
“I would love to hook up with the tall one, Bert. She is one hot looking babe.”
“Be careful Jake, she is probably jail bait, I am sure she isn't even sixteen yet.”
“Wow, too bad Bert, she is a dish. I hate to see what she will look like at sixteen or eighteen for that matter. She is going to be so hot, guys are going to have to carry a fire extinguisher.”
I blushed when I heard this exchange. Wow, am I really that hot looking. I never thought I could look that good. It is nice to hear it though.
Ally said, “Earth to Em, are you there girl?”
“Huh?”
“Earth to Em, you zoned out there for a bit. Are you ok?”
“Oh yes, sorry.”
“Well grab a seat then.” I saw Sandy walking into the back of the restaurant carrying her uniform.
I pulled up a seat and sat at a table by the window. I looked at the menu that was in front of us and looked through it. I saw they had an entrée called a Vegetarian Delight. I saw it was mixed vegetables sautéed in butter. Hmm that looked pretty good.
About that time I heard, “Are you girls ready to order?” That voice sounded very familiar and I saw Sandy standing there with an order pad and pencil, smiling at me. She was wearing that cute waitress uniform, I saw her wearing on Sunday.
“Could I have a diet Coke please, and I would like to try your Vegetarian Delight if I may.”
“Certainly Miss, and what can I get for you Miss?” Turning to Ally.
“Could I try this Ham and Cheese Grilled sandwich and a diet Sprite?”
“Certainly Miss, and how about you?” as she turned towards Darla.
“Umm could I have a chicken salad and a vanilla shake please?”
“Certainly you may Darla. Is there anything else you ladies would like?” we all giggled, to her treating us this way.
“Um, no thanks we are set.” Said Darla.
“Ok I'll be back with your drinks shortly” said Sandy.
“I like her Em, she is funny and smart. There is something about her, I don't know, she just … Hmmm. Oh well, she is a very nice girl.” Ally said.
“Yes she is isn't she. I love her to pieces Ally.” I said.
“Oh you DO?” She was giving me one of those WHAT looks.
“No, no, no, not like that Ally, like a sister. She is like the sister I never had.”
“Oh ok, just as long as it stay's that way.”
Wow, that was an interesting response from Ally. I wonder what brought that on.
Just then Sandy came back with the drinks. “Here you are girls, Diet Coke for you Em, a diet Sprite for you Ally, and a vanilla shake for you Darla. Your meals will be up in a bit. Is there anything else I can get you girls?”
“No thanks Sandy.” I said, smiling at her.
She smiled back, turned and went to her next table.
“I wonder how Gaby and Brit are doing, I haven't seen either of them all day, have you?” I mentioned to Ally.
“Come to think of it, no I haven't seen Gaby, Brit, Jules or Debbie today. How is that possible?” Ally mentioned.
Darla said, “Well AHS is a big high school, we may have just missed them.”
“Well I guess that is possible. So are you going to tell me about your first periods, so I can get going on the homework assignment tonight?”
Ally and Darla looked at each other and smiled. Then looked around to make sure no one was close. Ally started first. Then Darla. They both related their stories to me.
Wow, was that ever interesting, I should be glad that I will never have them. They sound like such a pain, literally. Well at least I have enough to write about anyway, or come up with something believable. It is just so weird, me a boy, well for the time being a boy, having to deal with periods. That truly is not what I thought I would be doing, even a couple of months ago. Oh that reminds me.
“Ally, why did you have me put my hand up when the instructor asked if anyone was going to have their periods anytime soon?”
“Well you ARE going to have one soon.”
“What do you mean? How is that possible?” with a shocked look.
“Well DUH! I am expecting one in about a week. Unlike SOME girls I know,” looking at me, “I do keep a calendar that tells me when I am due.” as she giggled, “I figure it is time you started up your calendar again, using my schedule like you were doing before we left Warsop. Then I could remind you to behave like you are getting one yourself. It will insure that you have the proper stuff in your purse, you know like tampons, sanitary towels, extra pair of knickers, and tights if you are wearing them. Plus it makes you look more believable and credible as being a natural born girl like the rest of us, if you complain about the cramps and your cycle, besides you can get moody and bitchy at people and have a good excuse. You will get sympathy from the other girls too. It is also a good excuse to keep boys at bay, get my drift?” as she wiggled an eyebrow.
“I thought about it and realized that's not such a bad idea. Ok Ally, I approve, it's probably the best way for me to experience what she wants us to do, I guess? Besides I need to get on that schedule anyway if I go back to my step mom's house. I just thought I could forget about it while I was here.”
“Nope, nice try though Em, you need to keep the calendar up-to-date always, for your step mom will haunt you about it. Ok, when I get mine, you'll remember what you have to do then right?”
“Um … fill me in will you?”
“Sighing, well you will have to wear a sanitary towel in your knickers. Since you really do not have a real vagina, we will forgo the tampon. You'll have to pick up a box of sanitary towels, and it would be best if you buy a box of tampons too, to throw off the possible suspicions of Mrs. Jones, if she goes shopping with you. Otherwise she will wonder why you're just buying towels, since most girls use Tampons. Make sure you put the some tampons in your purse also, you never know when a girl will ask you for one, or if a girl looks in your purse.”
Darla said, “What is this business about towels? I've never heard of such a thing.”
“Darla, you know the towel we stick in our panties.” Looking at Darla funny.
“Huh? Oh you mean the sanitary napkins. You English girls really call things differently than us. You may have to get a douche too, like Masagil . We girls have to keep our insides clean to make sure we don't get any nasty infections. It also helps to keep our vagina clean and smelling nice. I know some girls that don't douche regularly and they positively reek.”
“I am amazed how freely you girls talk on this subject. I would be too embarrassed to talk about it except maybe to my mom.”
“That is the whole point Em. The class is designed so that we don't get embarrassed when we talk about this subject. It is a natural everyday thing for us girls. It helps us talk about periods, infections and smell. It allows others to find out how to help each other. I don't know what boys talk about, probably how big they are and how thick it is, but they don't have the cramps, bleeding and possible chances for infection like we girls do. So it's important we do talk about it.” Ally said.
“You don't want to know about what boys talk about. It is embarrassing enough. If one boy is not large enough in that department, they make fun of them, or tease them. It is a sign of virility and masculinity. I think it is a bunch of garbage really. Some of the jocks aren't that big, but they have the muscle to keep them from being picked on.”
“Wow that's interesting Em, I never knew.” Darla said. “What else do they talk about?” as she smiled.
Just then Sandy showed up with our meals. “Vegetarian Delight for Em.” as she placed it in front of me, “Grilled cheese sandwich for Ally, and a chicken salad for Darla. Can I get you girls some refills on your drinks?”
We all said, “Yes please.”
Sandy took our glasses and filled them up. “I maybe by in a bit, to chat with you girls, once things slow down, ok?”
“Ok Sandy, we will be waiting for you.” as I smiled at her, and she left.
I noticed as I was looking out the window, two people on road racing bikes, in full racing kit. They stopped in front of the shop and were locking up their bikes. I was thinking Drew would probably love to get to know those two. If I ever see him, I will try to remember to tell him about them. There must be some type of cycling club nearby.
They came in and I heard Sandy say, “Hi Diane, Hi Derek, the usual?”
I heard Diane say, “Yes please Sandy, and could you get me a bowl of macaroni and cheese please, and a hamburger for Derek.”
“What do you want on it Derek?”
“I will have the works, Sandy.”
“Right I will get that right in.”
“Here is your hot chocolate Diane, with whip cream, and here is your coffee Derek. So how was your ride tonight?”
“It was a bit brisk tonight, but I whittled another two seconds off of my time. Poor Derek had a tough time keeping up, didn't you?”
“One of these days I will catch you Diane, you just wait.” as he chuckled, and Diane laughed.
“Sure maybe when we do the twenty-five in Washington next weekend?”
Wow, if Drew knew there was a road race next weekend, he would probably want to enter it. I need to get a hold of him.
“Ally do you see those two sitting at the counter over there, in the bicycle racing kit?” She turned to look, and Darla did also.
“Yes kind of reminds me of someone we know doesn't it?” as Ally looked back and smiled at me.
Darla turned back around and said, “That is Diane Biggs, and Derek Drake. She owns a bicycle manufacturing shop here in town. They custom make racing bikes to fit their customers. Derek is the design engineer for her. She is only nineteen. Her father passed away not to long ago and she inherited her fathers small business. She single handily turned the business around and has hired more people to help her build them. They thought she would close the business and leave town. She didn't and she has become quite the local celebrity. She is quite successful so far.”
“Wow! Drew definitely would love to get to know her, I am sure.” I said.
“Well if I know Britney, I am sure Diane knows all about our Gaby by now, and it may be very possible Diane would love to get to know HER.” Darla said.
“Yes well, I just heard them talking about some twenty-five mile race in Washington this weekend. Do you think we should let … um … Gaby know? I think …h … a … she would be up for a race if she can get a road racing bike.”
“Could be Em, maybe we can call her.”
“I have got Britney's home phone number if you want to give them a call?” replied Darla.
“That sounds like a good idea Darla, I think she would like that.” I said.
Sandy had given the two at the counter their meals and she came over to us, for a small break. “So how are you girls holding up.” smiling.
“Not bad Sandy.” I said, “Sandy the two that are sitting at the counter over there in their bicycle racing kit, can you find out when the race is that they were talking about? We have a friend that does bike racing seriously, h … ah she is ... um … a champion racer in England, and she is staying at the Walters home and we thought she may want to participate in it.”
“Oh sure, you mean Diane, she is a great kid.” She looked over at Diane and said, “Hey Diane, when you got a moment, could you come over and I want to introduce you to some of the foreign exchange students from England.”
“Oh sure Sandy, be right over.”
Diane walked over and had a great looking smile. I liked her immediately.
“Hi Sandy, hi Darla, hi kids.”
“Diane Biggs I want to introduce you to Allison Lacey and Mfanwy Morgan.”
“Please call me Ally.” as Diane shook hands with her.
“Call me Em, Diane. Darla was telling us you do road racing on your bikes. We have a friend that …”
“Oh, you are one of Gaby friends. Yes, I want to talk with Gaby, I may have a proposition for her, if she is interested. There are a few races around town and a few other races out of town if she would love to tag along.”
“How did you find out about her?”
“Oh a small bird told me all about our dear Gaby and you lot, she even showed us the pictures from the trip. Her name is Britney.”
Grinning Darla said, “See what I mean.”
“Britney is supposed to bring Gaby and her cousin Maddy around soon. I am looking forward to meeting them actually. I hear they are both accomplished racers, and Gaby is following in her mother's wheel tracks. Jenny Bond is well known over here.”
“Wow I'm amazed that you know all about them already.”
Smiling she told us, “Stop over sometime after school or on the weekend, I would love the company and I want to show you around my facility. I have to go now before it gets to dark, for it is too hazardous to ride a bike around here when it's dark. It was a pleasure meeting you girls. Sandy could you get our check please?”
“Sure Diane, I'll have it for you in a jiff.”
“Sandy make sure you bring the girls over sometime, I would love to have some company nearer my own age for a change, especially you. We need to talk, I hear your dad is still getting on you.”
“Yes he can be a big pain sometimes. I am glad Em is here, she has turned things around for me with him. She is a pistol.” Chuckling.
“Well I am glad to see you are smiling again.” as she gave Sandy a big hug.
Diane turned to me and said, “Keep up the good work Em, this is the first time I've seen Sandy chuckle when talking about her dad. Bye girls.” With that she walked away with Sandy.
“Nice girl.” Ally said
“Yea I really like her.”
Darla said, “She really is a remarkable girl. She is so down to earth; you can actually talk with her. Most business people are so snooty. She is very bright.”
As we watch Diane and Derek leave.
Sandy came back over to us and said, “Em, are you ready to go home?”
“Ok Sandy. Oh, I need to get some stuff before Thursday, Ally and I have to get leotards and tights, sports bra, warm up socks, headband and dance shoes for PE class. Could you take us soon to go shopping for them?”
“Oh you mean for GYM class. How about tomorrow, right after school? The dance shop should still be open, so we should be able to find something decent. Ally and Darla, you're welcome to tag along?”
“I will have to ask Mrs. G but I am sure there's no problem. What do you think Darla?”
“I think it'll be ok.”
“Oh Sandy, about tomorrow, the gang wanted all of us to come here first, for a get together, would that be possible, and still make the shopping trip?”
“Sure Em I don't see why not. But we can't stay here to long, for the store I want to take you to closes at six.”
“Ok, do you think you could bring Gaby, Maddy, Sabrina and Brit with us tomorrow? They said they could arrange to be picked up by the Walters here. I am sure that Ally and Darla can get a ride with Bernie and Amy.”
Darla said, “Yes that will be no problem Em, Amy already said her mother would bring them and us here.”
“I am sure we would be able to fit everyone in my car tomorrow, so that should not be a problem. Well come along girls, I will drop you two off as we head home.”
“How much do we owe you Sandy?” I said.
“Nothing, it was on the house girls.”
“Well at least let me give you a tip then.”
“No way Em, you are my guest; as were these two.” Pointing at Darla and Ally.
“Thanks Sandy!” we all said.
“No problem.” We all grabbed our bags and coat, and headed out the door to Sandy's car.
“Diane was a really sweet girl Sandy. Any chance we will be able to get over to her place?” I said.
“I am sure we can arrange that Em. Yes she is a great girl friend. You have no idea.”
I looked at her and she looked back and winked at me, and gave me one of her cute grins. I grinned back, figuring I knew what she meant.
We dropped Darla and Ally off and confirmed everything would be ok for tomorrows shopping trip. Then we headed home.
“Sandy, I have Health class, which is strictly for girls and Ally is telling me that I am going to have my period next week. So I need to stock up on sanitary napkins and tampons, and should get a douche also to keep myself clean. How weird is that?”
Sandy chuckled, “Welcome to a woman's world Em. I guess you are going to find out first hand what true genetic women go through. So I assume, we have to add shopping for feminine hygiene products to the list for tomorrow, huh?”
“Yes I guess so. This is so weird, I never thought I would've had to shop for those items ever, in my lifetime.”
“Well if that is what you want, then you will have to give up becoming a true woman.”
That made me stop and think. “I'm not sure if I want to do that Sandy.”
“Make absolutely sure Em, for this isn't something that you can do one moment, and then decide you don't want to do it anymore, and change back the next. It is permanent. If there is any doubt about becoming a woman, then don't do it. This is something I had to wrestle with before my transition. I knew what I was inside, and realized there was no doubt I was doing the right thing. The only thing I regretted, and was terrified of, was the disappointment and possible rejection I would see from my parents. I never worried about how others saw me, just … them … and possibly the relatives.” as she choked and a tear slid down her face.
I reached over and gently squeezed her leg in support. This really did get me thinking about my choice, about becoming a woman. However, unlike Sandy, I have the love and the support from my Mum, and my close friends. I realized how lucky I truly am. Is this truly what I want? She is right there should be no doubt.
We drove the rest of the way home in silence.
“Are you still hungry Em?”
“Not really, are you?”
“I can do with a bite. Want to stop in at my parent's house?”
“Sure no problem, besides I am sure your brother is fit to burst since I wasn't here earlier.”
Sandy chuckled at that. “Yes he's quite taken with you actually. I can tell.”
We walked into the kitchen and I heard the little one running and screaming, “You're here, you're here!”
Sandy and I looked at each other and started giggling, as he burst through the kitchen door and ran towards me and said, “Where have you been, I've waited all afternoon for you, Em. Hi Sandy!” as he wrapped his arms around her legs and gave her a hug. Sandy hugged him back.
Mrs. J walked in and smiled at the two of us. So how did it go today girls?”
As we were hanging up our coats, Sandy said, “Great mom. Em will have to get some shopping done tomorrow, for Gym class on Thursday and she needs some feminine hygiene products, her period is due next week, and she ran out of supplies. We thought about leaving right after school tomorrow, but Em said her gang from England were going to go to Jack's first so they could all be together for a bit. We figured we would stay for about an hour or so then leave so we would have enough time to visit the dance shop in town. Darla and Ally will be going with us also.”
“Sounds like a good plan, could I possibly tag along?”
Sandy looked at me, and I shrugged my shoulders and said, “Sure why not. Ally needs to pick up the same kit for PE, ah … Gym class.”
“Well good, that sounds like a good plan. I'll meet you girls over at Jack's, is that ok?”
“Sure no problem.”
Sandy said, “Mom do you have any food left over from dinner, I'm a tad hungry.”
“Sure Sandy, I wasn't sure if you would've eaten at Jack's. How about you Em, fancy a bite? I've made a lovely salad.”
“Umm … ok I'll have a little, not a lot though, I had the Vegetarian Delight over at Jack's.”
“Yes that's always a good meal, I've had that a few times.”
Kevin asked, “Em could you play a game with me pleasssssse?”
Mrs. J chuckled, “He's been asking where you were, every five minutes, Em. Why don't you play a few games with him and I'll let you know when we're ready to eat, ok?”
So off I trudged to Kevin's room, to play some of the PS2 games. What hardship, as I smirked to myself.
“Kevin I wanted to tell you, you did great last night, your sister really appreciated what you did for her. Keep up the good work.”
Kevin beamed at me.
We played for about fifteen minutes, when we were called to dinner. We went to the loo, to clean our hands and went to the table.
“Have a seat Em, John isn't here this evening, he has a late meeting and will probably not be home before eleven PM. So lets pray and give thanks, then we can eat.”
Mrs. J gave a prayer and we all settled down to eat a little food.
Kevin said, “Hey sis, guess what, I beat Em twice today.”
I grinned sheepishly, as Sandy was laughing.
“Oh that is so nice to hear.” Mrs. J said.
“What's that mom?”
“You laughing, I haven't heard you laugh in a long time.”
“Well it has been a while since I've had anything to laugh about. Em has really helped mom.”
“I know that dear.” Turning to me, she said, “Thank you for bringing Sandy out of her depression Em. It has been a long time since I saw her so happy. I don't know what you've done, but whatever it is, keep it up.” she smiled at both of us.
“Well I like my new sister, Mary. I plan on keeping her happy with me too.”
“I like my sister too.” said Kevin.
We all smiled at Kevin.
I saw Sandy's eyes glistening, and she had a nice smile on her face. I smiled back at her.
“So how was your first day at school Em? Everything go alright?”
“Yes it went very well, Mary. The kids are great, and I feel like I've been going to school here for a long time. There are a few differences between here and back home, but just the same, it's very close to being the same.”
We finished our meal in peace. I could tell that Mrs. J enjoyed this evening very much. The meal was eaten with everyone being relaxed and comfortable with each other. Amazing what can happen when Mr. J is not around. In a way I wish there would be more evenings like this. Sandy and I helped clean up the dining room and the kitchen, and then said our goodbyes, so we could go back and do our homework. When we arrived back at the Carriage house, Sandy said, “Wow! That was the first time since the transition, I had such a relaxing meal with my family, barring my father that is.”
“Just goes to show you who is causing all the problems, who the true prat is, doesn't it. I enjoyed this evening very much myself. I do so hope we have more of them actually.” I said.
Sandy came over to me and gave me a very big hug, and said, “Thanks Em, from the bottom of my heart, thank you.”
“You are quite welcome Sandy. I only hope we can pull more magic out of the hat, and maybe turn your father from the dark side of the force.” We both giggled at that.
We went and did our homework for the next couple of hours. I even got my Health assignment done. I hope it passes muster with Mrs. Brown. By far Health class for women is the weirdest class I ever attended. Who would of thought I would be learning about women's health issues. What is really weird, it has to apply to me.
I was really tired after I finished my homework. Sandy said. “How about a little hot chocolate and relax on the couch before going to bed?”
“Ok sounds delicious. I'm going to change into my nightgown, so I can really relax.”
“Good idea Em, we'll kind of make it a mini pajama party.”
“Hey, you know that's a good idea. Could we throw a Pajama party here and invite the gang to it, with their hosts?”
“That's an excellent idea, when do you think we should do it?”
“Hmmm I don't know, but I can find out tomorrow.”
“That would be a great time. But aren't you guys supposed to go on a field trip on Friday?”
“I believe we are. I'll have to find out when we will get back from it. They haven't told us were we are going yet.”
“Well I'll find out. We can make our plans after we know when it will be good for everyone. Is that ok with you?”
“That is simply brilliant Sandy. That would be a good time for you to meet the other girls and you get to know them, and them you.”
Sandy loved the idea. We got our nightgowns on and she did make some very delicious hot chocolate and we curled our feet under us as we just sat and enjoyed the moment. Sandy looked at the fireplace and said, “Watch this Em.”
She pulled out a remote control, pointed it at the fireplace, and the logs burst into flames.
“Wow! Double wicked, that is so cool. It looks great, and I feel the warmth from it. This is so nice Sandy.”
“Yes it is, isn't it. I never used it much, because I never felt good enough to light it. I just didn't care. Now that you are here, and we had a wonderful evening, I feel it's time I used it.”
We sat there in silence just admiring the fire and enjoying the hot chocolate. I guess others would say this is a very romantic setting. To me it is an indelible memory that will be etched into my brain for the rest of my life. Here we are, two women enjoying a cup of hot chocolate, in front of a roaring fire. It can't be more perfect. I looked over at Sandy and saw how relaxed she was, and she had a smile on her face. I probably looked the same way. I leaned back in the couch, soaking it all in.
Sandy leaned over and shook me awake, and said, “I think we better head for bed, you've been asleep for almost an hour, with a grin on your face the whole time.”
I couldn't believe I fell asleep. “Um ok Sandy, I could fall asleep right here for the rest of the evening.”
She chuckled, “Come on Em, beddy bye time.”
“Oh mom do I have to?”
She really giggled at that and poked me awake.
I finished getting ready for bed. Took my pills. Got my notebook ledger.
I finished writing the daily log. I was really getting sleepy. I got into bed, turned off the light, put my head on the pillow and that was the last thing I remembered doing.Day 3, Tuesday
This was the first official day of school for us at Augusta High School. I found out I have English, History, Science, Typing, Geography, History, Art, Music, and Health. I also have PE, which the Americans call Gym. The classes are all ok. The kids are wonderful and everyone has accepted me. The boys bother me some, they leer at me all the time. Darla Greenwood said it's because I am quite a dish. I don't know why she is saying that. Well I suppose I will live.
Darla is my host person for classes, since Sandy is a senior, equivalent to a seventh year, I can't follow her around through her classes. I am following Darla around and taking her classes with Ally.
The weirdest class I have ever taken in my life is Health. It turns out it is only for girls. It is amazing what they discuss in this class. They talk about periods, and the embarrassing moments some of the girls have had.
Well the homework assignment is to make a twenty-eight-day cycle calendar for the year, starting with our next period. I was asked if I had a diary or calendar noting when my periods would happen. Ally was upset at me for not keeping the calendar up-to-date that I had kept back home. I guess I will be on next week according to Ally.
Then they proceeded to let other girls tell us what had happened to them, when they forgot, because they didn't use a calendar. What I heard really shocked me and almost made me lose it. I now understand what real girls go through, and I feel so bad for them. I am glad I will never go through it. Because of these stories I almost passed out, according to Ally. The teacher thought I was starting my period because I was light headed. If only she knew.
We are also supposed to write about what happened when we had our first period and how we coped. Well as you can guess, I am going to have a problem. Ally and Darla told me they would help me, and told me what happened to them, and from that, I was able to fabricate something that would sound believable and reasonable.
I also have PE on Thursdays. I need to get leotard, tights, leg warmers, a hair sweatband, dance shoes, and a sports bra. We are to bring all our toiletries with us also for the shower after class. Oh joy!
This has got me really nervous. Darla told me to relax, she said the women's changing room has several individual showers with a changing stall attached to them. They do this for those that have their periods. I wouldn't have to use the communal showers. If anyone finds out I will be in so much trouble.
After the classes Ally, Darla, Sandy and I went to a restaurant called Jack's Diner. Sandy works here for a few hours each day, as a waitress, after school.
We met a pair of people that are into bike racing. Their names are Diane Biggs, and Derek Drake. I figured Drew would love to meet them. I found out Diane already knows of Drew and is waiting for him to show up at her shop. Diane is only nineteen, and she owns a business, building custom made racing bikes for customers, where the customers are measured and the bike is cut to their size.
Mr. J was not around this evening. Dinner was a joy. Everyone was relaxed and we all had fun, the only boy here was Kevin, Sandy's five year-old brother. I kind of hope we have more evenings eating like we did tonight. Her father didn't put down Sandy, since he was not here to do it. It made it a real pleasure.
Sandy was feeling so good tonight, she showed me something really wicked. She has a remote controlled gas fireplace that looks like the real thing. You would swear, it was a real log fire burning. It was warm and cozy and we both drank hot chocolate, while sitting on the couch. Unfortunately I had fallen asleep. Sandy woke me up to go to bed.
To be Continued
Joni W 25.09.05 © 2005
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