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Remembering the Breakthrough

I didn’t sleep well again. At least I didn’t fall off the bed this morning, though. That was something. I thought about my recent sudden breakthrough with Drew. I wondered if it was time to tell him… no. Not yet. I don’t want to accidentally throw him back into the state he was before, not after I’d finally made some progress.
I stood up and got dressed, glaring at my bloodshot eyes in the mirror. I scowled and got out some eye drops, covering up the dark circles under my eyes with foundation cream and concealer.
I hopped into my car, glad that I didn’t have to face any teachers today. I drove to the grocery store and bought some food. When I arrived home there was a message on my answering machine.
Hello Paige! It’s Sharon. I was wondering if you’d like to come over to talk a bit? I just got some new Ginkgo and…
I grinned, already on my way out the door. Of course I would love to go over today.

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