Brian insisted that I would be perfect for his cousin, that lives in the woods with a psycho girlfriend. All the while I was explaining my crazy pact with my boyfriend to Mindi and him. I found that odd. Like why would you want to put me and your cousin together? When I just explained that I have a secret boyfriend down south. That put an end to that conversation, plus why would I want to date someone who still lives many towns away. It's not like I can drive yet! I don't want another long-distance relationship to deal with, I already have one!
Now remember this was the summer before my freshman year of high school. I spent that whole summer going to parties, hanging out with my friends, and hanging out at Casino beach with my surfer boyfriend from down south.
Then it was back to school. Bye, bye, surfer boyfriend, goodbye summer, hello high school!
Little did I know high school would be the next place the Universe had hidden, a few more pieces to my puzzle.
I felt like I was living in a teenage romcom with lots of drama in my life! For some reason I always attract guys from out of state. I believe knowing what I do now, I purposely only dated them because there was no long-term commitment involved.
After watching my mother and all her crazy man trouble, which was the last thing I wanted to deal with. Still, I was a teenage girl with hormones that liked dating hot guys with blue eyes and blonde hair. It is very weird when I look back and think about the guys, I actually had crushes on, I never pursued any of them. They all had brown hair and brown eyes.
Funny thinking about it now, they all were the same coloring as my Italian uncles. I know why I never dated them, because I liked them so much. I had a massive crush on them both, for like two years at a time.
I was worried if I dated a guy, I had a crush on, I might develop real feelings for him. The thought of that happening was too scary. Besides, it stressed me out, so I avoided that possibility.
Plus, I had a boyfriend that I thought I loved at the time. I had plans to leave New England and move down south and start my exciting new life.
Ready for the funny part? Jay was also the one that introduced me to his new friend. A new kid in town named Calvin Filmore. I'll never forget how I felt the first time we met. My friend Mindi and I were hiding behind the boiler room, which was separate from the school building. Located outside in the school's courtyard. Having our daily camel wide smoke break at lunch, before class started.
Jay had been walking through the courtyard at lunch with a new friend of his. When he spotted me from the back talking to Mindi.
"Wussup Hannah!" Yelling out at Hannah from afar. She must not have heard me, because she didn't turn around.
"Which chick is Hannah?" I asked Jay. Confused seeing there were two chicks standing there and neither answered him.
"Hannah is the tall one, wearing smiley face, bellbottom pants. I don't think she can hear me over everyone talking. Let's go over there and say Hi." Calvin and I strolled through the group of picnic tables.
"Is she single?" I felt compelled to ask. Already I feel like this chick is my type. I haven't seen her face yet, but she reminds me of a flower child. And she is rockin a pair of Airwalks.
"Technically!" Of course, here we go again! That was fast, he hasn't even seen her face. For all he knows Hannah could be a troll. I can't help but laugh inside.
"What's that supposed to mean! Do you like her or something? Because that's cool dude. I'm not about to hit on someone else's girl. That's why I asked." Jay seemed irritated with me since I asked.
"No, it's nothing like that dude! I have known Hannah since we were kids. She's more like a little sister to me." Measuring Calvin up, like a big brother would. He's a cool guy but is he a good guy for Hannah.
"Now it makes sense, I get it! I think. Don't worry dude, I'll be on my best behavior." Were the last words I spoke to Jay as we approached Hannah from behind.
Hannah still hasn't realized I am standing 6 feet behind her. Her friend and her seemed to be engrossed in their own conversation.
"Hannah!" I yell while placing my hands on her shoulders. Jump scaring her, to get her to turn around.
"Asshole, you scared the shit out of me!" I smiled at Jay. Lightly backhanding him in the chest playfully.
"Sorry, what's going on Sis? I haven't seen you in a few days." Giving her a hug.
"Not much, I have been hanging out with My friend Mindi here." I answered mid hug. Peeking over Jay's shoulder, I saw him. Whoever he is, he has my attention!
This boy is so tall and sooo cute! With his sandy blonde hair and captivating blue eyes. I love his style! He has the whole skater grunge look going for him. Breaking away from Jay's hug.
"I got to run Hannah! I'm going to be late for band practice. I'll call you later. Bye guys!" Rushing off to go get my flute in my locker. I know Hannah will fill me in about the new mystery guy.
"See ya, I'll call you later!" Shifting my attention back to Jay and his new friend.
"What are you doing after school?" I asked Hannah.
"I haven't made any plans yet. I'll probably hang out with Janet or Jenni. Why?" I know Jay is wondering why I haven't been hanging out with him since Jared went home. I love hanging out with the guys, but all my girlfriends miss me, and I miss them.
"How about you and Janet come over to Tom's house after school. We have missed you hanging out with us. His mom has to work the night shift, so we need a chaperone. And she knows you won't let us do any dumb shit!" Making Hannah laugh, because she knows it's true. Truth is Tom's mom prefers Hannah to chill at the house when she is gone.
"Alright, it's a plan! Who's going to be there?" Taking a quick glance at Him. Hopefully Jay will introduce us, and I can find out his name.
"River, Tom, me of course and maybe some of the guys from the park. I want to introduce Calvin here to some people. He's new to the neighborhood and doesn't know anyone yet." Patting Calvin on the shoulder. Hannah perks up, and I can clearly see she is digging him.
"Hi Calvin, I'm Hannah welcome to Sopo!" In mere moments Calvin's eyes locked on to mine. Immediately I feel a connection to him. Between the two of us there is a non-verbal communication happening through our eyes. His soul and mine were saying it's me; I am so happy to see you. Strange have we already met somewhere before?
Now I feel like I am hearing there you are, where have you been, what have you been up to? Then this feeling washes over me, I was supposed to bump into you. Feeling shocked, my mind jumped in and asked me why?
"What's up Hannah!" Trying to play down the intense connection I'm feeling between us. Who is this chick, some sort of temptress. Nah, she feels too sweet and angelic to be.
"So, Calvin where are you from?" I ask to break the ice. I sense he's just as confused as I am about our awkward introduction. I don't want to scare him away; I'll just act as if I didn't feel anything.
"The Emerald City, on the west coast." I answer her, deflecting my eyes away from her. Trying to keep my cool.
"Very funny, I didn't know you lived in Oz! Do you follow the yellow brick road to school?" Calvin must be clowning around. That's why I threw some sarcasm back at him.
"Props for the burn! But for real, it's the name of the city. Don't believe me, look it up sometime on the CPU. Love how she had a quick-witted come back for me. This chick is full of fire!
Clang, clan,clan,clan,clan
"They really need to put that lunch bell out of its misery! Well, I guess I'll go to class today, see you after school." Thinking to myself, what have I done? Watching the chemistry between these two, I know I'm in trouble now.
"Ugh, I guess I should go to class to. I'll see you guys later then." Now at least I have something to look forward to. Feeling excited to get to know the new guy.
"Catch ya later Hannah!" At first, I wasn't thrilled about coming here. I think I'm beginning to change my mind after meeting her. This is the first time I feel ok about relocating to this new school.
"Later!" We disperse the area going in our own separate directions.
Ok, so now you can understand why I could never forget the first time we met. Before meeting Calvin, I had never experienced that with another male. Right from the get-go, I knew there was something there that I couldn't explain to myself. And if my intuition is right, I think he would say the same thing. Our connection was hard to resist! It didn't take long for us to give into these feelings and begin dating. Not long at all, let me explain how this whirlwind relationship started.
The rest of the school day I felt stupefied, I couldn't stop thinking about his infatuating smile. After school I went home to grab some grub and drop off my heavy ass backpack. Then I took off to babysit Beavis and Butthead. In all fairness all guys at this age have some of their characteristics.
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