“Sophia, you’re back so soon” my mom said with a smile.
She was to be discharged today by evening and she looked far much better.
“Yes, mom” I replied as I dropped my bag and keys on the table.
“These flowers are pretty “ I said as I sniffed them. They smelt wonderful.
Pink tulips were one of my favorites.
“I think so too” my mom concurred.
“Who got them for you?, the nurses?” I asked as I racked through my bags looking for my reading glasses.
“No, Brian” she said as I froze.
“What?”I questioned with a frown.
“Yes, he got them. Such a sweet boy “ she said.
She wasn’t aware of the break up, only Stan was.
“No, mom. He’s not “ I replied with a sigh.
“Oh. He’s not?” She asked in confusion.
“There he is!” She continued as she pointed at the door.
Brian stood with his once full
