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The Settlement – Chapter 16
Dana was spoiling the plot of a recently released movie that half of us had not yet seen. Shane, nursing a third bottle of beer rolled her eyes every so often during her retelling. After Dana finished she informed us, “Just so you know guys, that’s not how it went down. I don’t know what our friend here†pointing her chin Dana’s way “was watching.â€
Seeking support for the contradiction, she directed her attention to her purported ally, “Right Carmen? I swear these professional athletes…burdened with their monstrous egos that distract from interpreting fiction not to mention reality!†Dana joined in the laughter but made sure to stick her tongue out all the same.
Keeping the mood alive, Alice reached into her pocket for a piece of paper on which was printed, a list e-mailed to her by colleague. “Signs You’ve Grown Up,†she announced. A joke circulated that was not as funny as she first thought.
It proved one thing – not only was she ‘grown up’ but more appropriately and plainly so, getting old. She was quick to point out though that meant we all were.
“So, it starts off like this,†a giggling Alice shared, “your houseplants are alive, and you can’t smoke any of them …â€
“Speak for yourself,†Jenny said naughtily.
“How about ‘You keep more food than beer in the fridge’ so I guess Shane’s never growing up.†Alice kept on suggestively raising her eyebrows. “Ok this is me ‘Having ***** in a twin bed is out of the question.’â€
“Kit, this one’s definitely you,†throwing the words her way with a grin, “Your favorite songs play in the elevator!â€
Dear Al didn’t let up, having found an easy target. “This one too! ‘Sleeping on the couch makes your back hurt.’†Laughter erupted with everyone in good spirits.
“Oh that’s it! I’m outta here girls.†Kit said faking hurt and resentment. “ I won’t take this abuse!†Laughing with her arms raised, she worked her way to the bar and started clearing the countertop to help the skeleton staff that remained, the rest sent home a while back.
Bette followed claiming escape, a preemptive act to thwart inevitably becoming Alice’s next mark. Sliding a glance in Helena and my direction then back to the group, she smiled briefly before turning to help Kit.
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Well now that’s a step in the right direction isn’t it? I love this story. Must continue!
Saying out loud, what you only reserve for the quiet solitude of your inner thoughts is the first step.
Now, what they do with those admissions will be the key. Nice to see you post again. Looking forward to me.
I have been waiting sooo long for the next chapter and finally it’s here! Keep going its getting better! Love how you write the emotions! ****sigh**
I’m in love with this story! Please don’t wait so long!
Yes, it’s back…..yea!!! I’m sure I’m not the only one missing this…so if your back to posting….THankyou!!! Pls more
I’m so glad you posted. I keep looking. I like how you have them admit to each other, how much they miss each other. It’s a nice second step. I see Tina asking Bette for help as the first step.
Please post when you have time.
Great story – Thanks for sharing.
Yippie….now we are heading in the right direction. Enjoying your story very much.
Glad for the post. So sweet I hope they get back together soon.
So glad to see that you’ve come back to this story…and very happy because it feels like they’re finally turning the corner and heading for home. Thanks for writing.
I just refreshed my memory from the beginning…great story. Hopefully they will be able to come to some sort of agreement, post soon
I am completely caught up on chapters and I am very excited!!! Please post soon
Oh that felt good! Your story would make my heart ache ie.,the lawyers office, reading the settlement papers..It still aches but I like your uplifting touches!!
Wow! I just caught up on this story and have decided that I can’t go back to the way things were before I ever read it…I’m hopelessly hooked and have to see it through to the end! Thanks!