It had been nearly two months since Cherish had met Daric and had that fight with Fatima. The two girls had pretty much avoided each other ever since. It made Cherish's heart ache a little but Fatima seemed too busy to even notice that Cherish was still there.
She and Daric had only spoken a couple of times about the house. He was a very busy man considering he was supposed to be a retired old farmer. Cherish still had not decided if she wanted to move or not.And that was even assuming the man decided to sell her his house. He made it very clear from the beginning that he wouldn't sell unless he found the right person to take care of it.
Cherish had begun wondering if Wind had a secret online romance based on the amount of time she spent on her computer. Very out of character for her. She always shut her laptop or x-ed out the screen when she came near. More than once Cherish turned to Fatima to make a joke about the idea of GG with a boyfriend but Fatima was never there. She had begun dating some boy in her class regularly and was out with him all the time.
Some days were harder than others and she found that beating the crap out of the dummy was a good way to relieve some of her frustration. What did she have to be frustrated about anyway? Her life was easy. Granted, she didn't have Fatima to talk to anymore. GG was becoming more and more distant to them all and Mikey was a great companion, but it wasn't the same as having a real friend. She enjoyed talking to Daric, but they barely knew each other. She argued with herself and told herself not to be so negative. Fatima was moving on with her life. Her Birthday was in a couple of weeks, then she would graduate and go off to college. Hooray for her, right? She, Cherish, would buy that house and move out and on with her own life. right? Maybe?
"Hey Cher! I was wondering if you could do us all a fav and wash your stinky dog before the party starts? And please don't be all covered in dirt when people get here either!"
Cherish stopped what she was doing and just looked at Fatima. They barely spoke to each other anymore and when they did it was usually Fatima making some snarky comment to her or to the room in general.
"Listen.." Sigh Fatima "I'm not trying to make you mad or anything, it's just, well, it's my big birthday. Can you at least try to pretend you care? We used to do these together, remember?"
As Cherish washed Micky she lost herself in thought. She remembered their shared birthdays and the crazy gifts they used to get each other. How Fatima had always gone out of her way to make sure Cherish didn't get overwhelmed. But she wasn't so sure she liked this new Fatima. Even GG seemed to get frustrated with this new attitude. Was it because Fatima was a head strong teen? Or because of their fight? Or was it some other reason.
"I guess we'd actually have to talk to each other for me to know that huh Micky?"
"I guess we'd actually have to talk to each other for me to know that huh Micky?"
Cherish found Fatima putting on her makeup.
"Hey. Fat. I'm sorry if I have't been very supportive to you lately. You're right, this is your big birthday and I'm sorry I haven't been more excited for you. It's awesome that you're going off to college soon and if you do ever get on that show you like, I'll watch every episode!" Her words sounded flat even to herself. She wanted to bridged the gap between her and Fatima, but she wasn't sure if it was too late or not. Things were very awkward between them now.
Fatima gave Cherish her 'yeah right' look
"If you promise not to tell GG, I'll tell you a big secret.."
Fatima's eye's lit up with excitement. She always loved a good secret. And just like that it was like old times again.
"I'm looking at a house to buy. I might move out soon too!"
Things were a lot less strained between the girls. Not perfect nit just the fact that they were both trying made an obvious difference. Small things like apologies and secrets between just the two of them can go a long way. The family came over for a big celebration and Cherish cheered the loudest.
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Bonus shots:
I guess that's what you get for playing with blow torches!
Somehow this stray cat wandered into the house so Wind adopted it.
Well, at least the girls are trying even if it is towards the end of their time together.
ReplyDeleteWind spending all that time on the computer, she's going to have to tell the girls what's up eventually especially if it involves them. I do think Cherish will be moving out soon. She can't get that house out of her mind and it suits her better and since Fatima is leaving and Wind is distracted Cherish needs to branch out. Should be interesting to see what happens either way.
Fatima aged up nicely. She's a pretty girl and will make the most of life I'm sure.
They are. They were so close when they were younger I didn't want tpo completely alienate them. But they are def going on opposite directions in life.
DeleteWind is getting more and more concerned with things she said she wouldn't get involved with. It will be a while before that catches up to them all.
Fatima is great, she just loves life. Playing her bachelorette challenge is so fun!
Cherish and Fatima have really grown apart but I think both of them going their seperate ways will actually help their relationship instead of end it. They are at a point in their life where they need to spread their wings and both girls have different ideas on how that should happen. Once they are away from each other they will miss each other and their relationship will adjust accordingly.
ReplyDeleteMoving out is the best thing for Cherish and something tells me Wind will understand, after all she is preoccupied with whatever it is going on in Hidden Springs. That worries me because it sounds like its going to be trouble.
I think you're right. Sometimes you need to grow apart from someone to grow closer later on.
DeleteCherish would do very well in that house but she has a few life lessons to learn first....
Wind is about to have empty nest syndrome but I think troubles from far away will keep her occupied.
I think PG said it very well. Both girls need to spread their wings and see where life takes them. They are very different from each other, but some time apart will probably help. With Wind preoccupied with whatever is going on, that'll be a good time to make the move. Of course, I'm a little worried. Sounds like trouble is on the horizon.
ReplyDeleteI hope you two are right! I love Fatima and Cherish together but they need to part ways in order to grow into themselves. I am definitely not denying that trouble is happening that will impact the Solo fam. ;-)
DeleteJust got caught up with your story. Loving it so far! Can't wait to see what happens for the rest of this generation. I think this may end up being your longest one yet. We're at chapter 25 and still no sign of the next generation coming any time soon!
ReplyDeleteHey Seera! Yes this one is SUPER long. It's kinda random for me how long a gen is but this one started from her as a toddler so that makes it a lot longer than the rest.
DeleteI;m glad you've enjoyed it, thanks for commenting!
Haha, yay for adopting the random stray cat! :D
ReplyDeleteIt's so awkward reading how things are between Cherish and Fatima, I wonder if they'll ever patch things up again?
I have a thing for tailless cats. I've always wanted a Manx but they're so hard to find. Well. Ones that aren't $$$.
DeleteFatima and Cherish need to 'be themselves' for a while. Hopefully without losing their friendship in the process.
Oh EA. You either pull out awesome outfits or you... dont.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad the girls cleared the air a bit, I knew it would have to be Cherish to be the one to step up. Hopefully Fatima grows out of her snarkiness.
I remember the days of Aurora lighting herself on fire. The perils of a tortured artist living alone!
Hahah. yeah but I don't think Wind is nearly as amusing ass Aurora!
DeleteFatima and Cherish both still have a lot of growing to do. Hopefully college with teach her something more than how to have a good time.
Freudian slip? ;-)
ReplyDeleteoh gosh! lol
DeleteOh hey, I just realized that you're living in the same house I am in Dragon Valley lol. It's only taken me like 25 chapters to realize.
ReplyDeleteI hope that Cherish moves into Daric's house.
I wonder though if Wind is messaging a lover or if it has more to do with the past?
I love Daric's little house. It would be perfect for Cheriish!
DeleteThe house they're in here is nice but has no yard. If I ever use it again I am moving it to a larger lot first.
Ialso wonder what is going on with Wind, to whom she's been talking to.
ReplyDeleteNice that the two girls are at least trying. Fatima looks great as a YA.
Old storylines coming to haunt Wind.....
DeleteThe girls are totally different, yet they used to be so close. It's hard for them to keep their bond while going their separate ways.