“Are you sure you want to go to my parents’ place?” Joel asked Kira. “They will understand if you tell them that you would rather stay home.” “No, I want to go,” she replied. “Besides, everyone is dying to see the baby.” “I guess so and it’s Canada Day today.” “Yes, we usually spend Canada… Read More Canada Day and Family
“What are you doing here, Gina?” Matt asked her. “Cam’s with my parents today.” “I know. I came to see you.” “Come in.” She went inside. He preceded her to the living-room. While he remained standing, she sat on the divan. “Did you hear about Tanner and Melania?” “Yes, I heard that they’re engaged but… Read More Gina Visits Matt Again
“I feel so badly for Matt,” Kira said. “Me too,” Joel said. “He’s pretty cut up about Mel.” “I feel guilty for encouraging her to fight for Tanner.” “You shouldn’t feel guilty about that, Honey. You want Mel to be happy.” “I’m convinced that if she and Matt had stayed together, neither of them would… Read More Joel and Kira Discuss Family & Soccer
“What do you want, Gina?” “You don’t look happy to see me.” “Should I be?” “What’s the matter, Tanner?” “I think you know.” “I had to tell Matt about you and her.” “Why?” “He deserved to know the truth.” “Since when do you care about the truth, Gina?” “What do you mean?” “You kept the… Read More Gina Goes to Tanner
Anna was out jogging when she spotted Matt. He was just standing there outside of what she assumed was the condo building where he lived next to a bike which was probably his. She debated whether or not to go over there and talk to him. She was still really cut up about spilling the… Read More Anna Spots Matt
“Guess what?” Joel said to Kira. “What?” she asked, looking at him. “Gina has agreed to give Matt a divorce.” Kira’s eyes widened. “She has?” she exclaimed. “I thought she was going to fight him tooth and nail.” “I thought so too but Matt called me this morning at the office to tell me that… Read More Joel Tells Kira the News
Mr. and Mrs. Tremblay were looking through the photo album. They chuckled when they came across the one of them riding their bikes. Joel had taken it three years ago when he and Kira had visited them. The four of them had gone riding. It was a beautiful day in May. The weather had just… Read More Matt Talks to His Parents
Matt was waiting outside and at the front of his building when Gina dropped Cam off. As soon as Cam saw his Dad, he ran to him. Matt picked him up and hugged him. “Hey, buddy. How are you doing?” “Fine thanks, Daddy,” he said, beaming. “Hello, Matt.” “Hello, Gina.” She handed him Cam’s duffle… Read More Gina Refuses to Give Up
“What are you talking about? Gina hasn’t lost the baby.” Anna stared at him in horror. “Oh, no. She didn’t tell you!” Matt’s face turned pale. “Gina lost the baby?” Anna stared at him, mortified. “Oh, Matt, I’m so sorry.” She was close to tears. “I–I thought you knew.” “I had no idea.” He couldn’t… Read More Matt Confronts Gina
Things weren’t working out as Gina had hoped. Yes, they were sleeping in the same bed but, whenever she tried to make a move on him, he would roll on to his side with his back turned to her. Hurt and frustrated, she would lie there and stare at his naked back, aching to touch… Read More The Heart Matters
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