Ernie stared at her phone for a few minutes. She couldn’t believe what just happened.
Did that just happen in a short span of time? I can’t believe it. It took me so much longer to hesitate if I am going to make a call or not than to make mom’s best friend confirm that the offer is still available for me to accept.
After she gathered her feelings and thoughts, Ernie looked at her mother’s picture and spoke.
“Mom, I still can’t believe it. I am really thankful that you have a best friend like that. You are so lucky,” Ernie said to her mom.
Ernie gave her mom a bright smile then walked to the dining table then took a seat. After she took a seat, Ernie felt so relieved, excited and nervous at the same time.
“This is my chance to have a better life. I have to do all I can to keep it. I w
