Banks Day 21.5

Later that afternoon, Mom convinces me to hang out at the pool with her. Now that the weather is nice, I’m glad to finally enjoy it. We change into our swimwear, but while she begins to climb in, I head for one of the lounge chairs, ready to relax. Maia: Aren’t you coming in? I…

Juanita wakes up and starts her chores, replaying last night in her mind. She was a fool to think Tami’s invitation to the movie was anything more than that. They’ll never be true friends, and they’ll certainly never be a couple. She always knew that, but seeing it so clearly was still a firm slap…