“Are you sure that’s a good idea? I like her, Kellon, but we still don’t know her like that.” “I know what I’m doing, Mom. Trust me,” I stated firmly. She stared at me for a minute. A thousand expressions displayed across her face. “Just be careful, baby. Y’all ain’t gotta move fast. Take your time,” she cautioned. “I am, Ma,” I assured her. “Okay, Son. I’ll be outside. Have a good show.” She exited, leaving me standing with thoughts of Phileigh playing on repeat in my head. I heard all of my mom’s concerns. They were all valid, but a little too late. I didn’t know how to slow things down with
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