UNO
Fresh flowers lingered on my nose when I sat at the dining table opposite my mom while my dad sat adjacent. The table was full of breakfast delights like bread, longganisa, tocino, and scrambled eggs.
“Do you have plans today?” I asked my parents as I transferred longganisa to my plate.
“I’m bringing your mom to my favorite restaurant. You’re welcome to join us if you don’t have plans,” Dad said.
“I have plans, dad. Do you remember Mysty? She was at my birthday party,” I asked.
“Yes, she was interesting; why do you ask? Are you two—?” He covered his mouth with his hand to stop himself from ending the sentence.
“Baby, are you two dating?” Mom asked.
“Yes, we’re dating,” my parents shared a look.
“That’s good! Where are you taking her? Is this your first valentine’s day t
