A few minutes later Kelsey turned to face me and when our eyes locked again, she smiled.
“I don’t want to burden anybody with my issues. I’m sure I will be fine. My aunt is all the family I have left and the thought of losing her is one that I always thought I would have time for. Thank you.” She said in a soft but calm tone and stood up to walk into the kitchen.
“What are you thanking me for?” I asked her and she stopped and looked back at me.
“For being here. You could be anywhere with anybody else but you’re here. Thank you.” She said softly then proceeded into the kitchen.
After about ten minutes, she walked back into her common space with two cups in her hand and she handed me one. I took one sip and smiled.
“Why does this Manndibrew blend taste better than what you guys serve at
