Continuation…
I woke up with a stiff neck. I scrambled off the bed when I realized that Jimmy was not beside me. When I turned to my right Marlena was cradling him. She was seated on one of the tea table chairs.
“Sorry,” I massaged my forehead, “What time is it?” I asked Marlena.
“Three in the afternoon?” Marlena answered. Then she placed my son on his crib.
I licked my lips, I felt the need to drink water. I stood up and was about to get myself a glass of water when Marlena did it for me, “Thank you. Where is everyone?”
“Your mom and Kojiro went to fix your mode of transportation for your trip. And Gabe went to work, I think?” Marlena answered me.
I made my way over to my son and sat on one of the tea table chairs. I reached for his tiny fingers and playfully touched it. I was
