I didn’t want to go inside, not yet. I wanted to keep him talking, spend more time in his presence. It was all still like a dream.
“No problem, I need the exercise!” he joked.

I giggled. “So, do you live far from here?”

“Yeah! I drive to school, I live in Marshwood subdivision.”
“The new one!?! Wow! And you said MY house looks nice?!?! Yours must be awesome!”
“Well. It’s not completely finished yet.. I mean we have to paint, and get the pool in, and landscape, but it’s livable.”

“I never thought you’d be…” I trailed off, catching my words before they betrayed me.

“Be what?” he pressed.
“Interested in someone like me.” I looked at my shoes.
“What do you mean? Don’t sell yourself short! You’re smart, friendly, and have the best smile!” I smiled and blushed.
I looked up at him. “See?” his voice softened. “And you have the prettiest eyes.” I stared into his eyes. I couldn’t believe HE just said that, and to ME!
He leaned closer to me, seemingly mesmerized by my eyes.

“BETH’S WITH A BOY !”
Little brothers.