"Hell yes! Summer vacation here we come!" Ashley shouted as we walked away from school for the last time. "Two weeks Spence, and we are going to see the Smokey Mountains. I’m so excited."

"Come on Ash lets get home. I have to get ready for work in a little bit, and I want some cuddle time before hand." Next thing I know I’m being dragged to the car by an over excited Ashley.

We arrived home with an hour and half to spare before work. I swear Ash should be a NASCAR driver that was some insane driving she did. Rushing into the house we tripped over some luggage that didn’t belong to us. There was a strange lady standing in the living room.

"Mom what are you doing here" I guess that explains who it is. I’ve been here for months and have never seen Ashley’s mom before.

"I’m not here to stay dear. I’m leaving in the morning again."

"Where are you going this time?"

"Spain I think. Edwardo will be picking me up then." She is defiantly not the warmest of people.

"Have fun then. I see you around sometime. Maybe?" That answer was dead panned. I could tell.

"Okay honey. I will see you later. I have go and spend time with my friends before I leave." She walked out the door but not before leaving Ash a large amount of cash.

After the door shut Ashley whispered "bye mom. Love you too."

Not looking at me she made her way to the couch. I could tell she was crying from tear tracks on her cheeks. Sitting down beside her I wrapped my arms around her and murmured soft reassurances in her ear. We sat like that for atleast forty five minutes with me being the strong one this time. I’m glad I can be there for her like she has been for me. Finally pushing her back a little forcing her to look at me, I realized she soaked the t-shirt I was wearing. Laughing a little I told her if she wanted me to take my shirt off she just had to ask instead of soaking it. She finally laughed a little.