It has been three weeks since Frankie left, and I have fallen into a routine. I have classes Monday through Friday, and during that time, I am with Maisey. On Mondays, Ernesto takes me to my counseling sessions. On Fridays, AA picks me up to take me to Desert Moon Pack, and either he or Ernesto takes me home on Sunday evenings after dusk.
Gideon is with me through the evenings when I am not at Desert Moon Pack. Most afternoons are spent with Maisey, too. For someone who is never alone, I am lonely. I miss Frankie, my friends from home, and I really miss my mom.
“Okay, Nikki, you have been moping for a week. What gives?” Maisey asked as we walked to the dining hall between classes.
“I am fine, really. I just miss everybody,” I replied.
“Sounds like you need a pick-me-up. How about w
