“Oh, wow! That is a little loud, don’t you think?” Mrs. Linda asked Nikki. “OK, what is this important news that has you bursting the ear drums of old ladies?” She asked Nikki. I couldn’t help but to laugh at Mrs. Linda's dramatics. She was always one for the dramatic flare. She would always tell Nikki and me growing up that a little bit of drama is good for the soul. Nikki smiled at her mom, the excitement evident in the look on her face. I am sure my face probably looks just like Nikkis. I know it was taking everything in not to just blurt out the news before Nikki even got the chance. I wanted to tell someone. Anyone. A part of me envies Nikki and her relationship with her mother. She has the type of relationship that I have always wanted to have with my mother. I w

