"Oh, this is nice. I definitely see myself coming back." Poppy said to Barley.
" Both Patricia and I have a membership here. We usually do a spa day twice a month. You should get one too. So you can enjoy us." Barley replied.
"This rooftop alone makes me want one," Poppy replied.
"We'll get you signed up when I get back in town" Barely replied.
"I'll get us another round to celebrate." Patricia said in excitement.
Poppy wasn't much of a drinker being she's only 18. She always liked to be on the straight and narrow. But she figured she'd let her hair down for the first time and just go with the flow tonight. Plus YOLO.
"So how are you liking Chicago so far?" Patricia asked.
"Honestly, I love it. It's so beautiful but it's a little bit overwhelming." Poppy replied.
"I get that. That's honestly how I felt when I moved. I thought I would miss living down south but Chicago has a way of sneaking into your heart." Barley added.
" I agree." Patricia said.
"Girl, ain't you from here?" Barley asked Patricia.
Barley had moved to Chicago 10 years ago from Savannah, GA. Shortly after moving up here she met Patricia and she had been her hairstylist ever since. Then they built a friendship along the way.
"Yes, but I wouldn't want to be anywhere," Patricia replied with a giggle.
They continued laughing, talking and drinking. Poppy loved the carefree atmosphere. It was such a refreshing escape from her old life. She enjoyed herself so much she didn't want the night to end.
"Hubby is here to get me, would y'all like a ride home?" Barley asked.
" Yes, I almost forgot I got an appointment in the morning," Patricia replied.
"No, thank you. I want to stay a little longer."
Poppy replied.
"You sure," Barley asked.
" Yeah, it's peaceful. I just want to enjoy it a little longer. I'll text you when I leave." Poppy replied.
"You Better," Barley said as she hugged Poppy goodbye.
After they left Poppy found her a quiet spot in front of a fireplace to be alone. Her life had changed so much in the past week. She was still adjusting to being alone.