Prosperity “Peri” Banks’s growing up was a lot different than her mother, Alida’s. Peri had a privileged life growing up well-off in a two-parent family in Oasis Springs’ suburbs. Everything is aligned to ensure that Peri has a promising future, but there’s a rebellious streak and a unique way of “seeing” emotions in her that makes…
I wake up in the middle of the night…right before Peri’s birthday because I have a lot of heavy things on my mind. I said goodbye to mama today…and it was hard, but I got through it just as I’ve done with everything else in my life. While it’s true that my story started in…
Peri decides to walk Byron home after the family arrives back in Oasis Springs. Byron sees it as a good opportunity to introduce Peri to his mother. After they arrive at his townhome… Prosperity: Your place is so nice! Byron: Thanks. Mom put a lot of effort into decorating it. Prosperity: Is she here? Byron:…
Now that the unpleasant part of the day is over, we all travel to Strangerville to Q’s sister’s house for a surprise birthday celebration. Sophia and her husband Duane recently purchased the Airbnb that was originally owned by her parents, after selling her childhood home. She was quick to volunteer their home to host Q’s…
It’s “Sun”-day and Q’s birthday, but there isn’t much room for celebrating this morning, because today is also the day that we say goodbye to my mother. Q does manage to treat himself to a new birthday hairstyle, though. It’s the first time I’ve seen him without locks. Everyone gathers in the kitchen dressed for…
Byron and Peri hug in front of Zee’s. The waitress walks over after they’ve been seated. Peri: I’ll have a Neapolitan cone and he’ll have… Byron: Oh…a root beer float please! Peri hands the waitress the menu. Prosperity: Thanks! Prosperity: So…I’ve been asking everyone about their plans after graduation. Are you looking into any colleges?…
Merit and his friends jump in the pool and work on their swimming skills with some coaching from Q. Peri walks over to Maria, who she hasn’t seen since Michelle’s New Year’s Eve party. Prosperity: So…have you been looking into any colleges? Maria: A little, but if I don’t get a scholarship, I’ll be relying…
I’m still exhausted, waking up after an emotionally challenging night. I believe I even heard Q crying in his sleep a few times. I jump in the shower, trying my best to get myself together for Merit’s birthday party today. Q is in the kitchen making Merit’s birthday cake when I finish my shower. I…
Lea Tate (prologue – Day 69) led a tough life, which eventually landed her in prison to serve 20 years. This was time spent away from her daughter Alida. Upon release…the road to leading a fulfilled life and developing a relationship with her daughter was equally challenging, but she managed. Lea had a smile on her face…
Upstairs, Q lets Byron in and greets him with a handshake. Quincy: Good to see you again…and you’re on time! I like that. Byron: Thanks Quincy: Just as a heads up…our family just received some bad news a little bit ago. I want you to keep that in mind tonight when you’re with Peri. Byron:…
