One thing I admire about Becky more than any of her other characteristics is that she is a genuinely kind and gentle soul. She is friendly to everyone, not simply by showing empathy or being ‘politically correct’ (however, her stepmother Simone does not fall into that category and should be filed as a ‘work in progress’.) Becky and I had been dating for about three months at this point, and I was falling more deeply in lo...

Having changed into a pair of loose joggers, I diverted to the kitchen to forage for snacks. Mom and Carter were still locked in… whatever they were locked into, and they seemed to be chatting up a storm. The quiet mumblings were punctuated by occasional laughter. I stopped by the fridge and took out a six-pack of Coke. I don’t usually drink soda; it's just a personal preference as I find it too sweet. However, after the...

The air was thick with expectation as I looked from one girl to the other. Hope was etched into every pore on their delicate and exquisite features. “I have decided that life is too short not to try something new and have to live with the loneliness and regret of a missed opportunity later. I accept!” Becky and Sophie's squeals were high-pitched, long, and deafening. They were now both on their feet, hugging me and jumpin...