Helanie:
"You look so weak. Are you sure you want to take the first class and not a day off?" Lucy stood by my bed as I fixed my shoelaces.
"Let me do that." She finally unwrapped her arms from around her chest and squatted down to help me with the shoes. I knew she had been upset with me.
I was gone for two days but ended up staying for almost a week. I heard everyone else left for their homes during the holidays. Well, I guess my child sacrificed himself to give me shelter for the holidays.
But Lucy was upset. I arrived late last night, and she only stared at me. I guess she had so many questions but couldn't ask any at the time, as Lamar kept insisting I rest.
"I'm sorry I wasn't there for you. I heard about Gavin breaking up with you," I said softly while she kept her head lowered.
