After that day of my birthday I was excited about going to school, but yet sad as I was going to be leaving my family for 9 months. I knew they were sad also, but kept strong for me. The Friday night before I left in the middle of August mom had a surprise planned. My mother made it a special night as we took pictures of us all on cell phones. Mom had Michelle take one of mom and I on the couch together. I smiled as did she with love in our eyes. Michelle wanted one also as did Travis. I got one of all of us with Travis taking it since his arm was longer then mine at that time. As the night got closer to bed time mom asked us to get ready as we were going to sleep in her bed as a family. She wanted my last night for the summer to be one of holding me like when I was a kid. That night we talked, cried, and spoke our hearts that promised to never leave one another.
The next day came being a Saturday that I was woken to the smell of pancakes and sausage. Shellie was holding me in her arms watching me sleep. She smiled at me as I did to her. She kissed my forehead before we got out of bed. She told me to go get dressed then come down to the kitchen to eat. I did a few minutes later to see my stuff was already gone. My duffle bag, Laptop, and cell phone. I felt sad knowing this was the day my life would change a second time. I got dressed in the clothes I guess mom or Michelle picked out. Jeans, muscle shirt. socks and shoes. I ran down the hall then down the stairs. I made my way to the kitchen to see everyone there. Chris, Mike, Ellie, Tiffany, Verna, Ricky, Selena, Kiko, Nate, Mom, Michelle, and Travis.
What..what is all this? I asked confused as they chuckled.
It’s a tradition hun as the parents select who fixes our breakfast the morning before we leave for school. Your mom decided it be best if it was here. Tiffany tells me as everyone nods except Michelle and Travis.
Oh ok. I’m just surprised, that’s all. I say going to a empty chair.
We know honey, but thought it be more meaningful if we all ate together to give support. Ellie says as I smile nodding.
I sat between Michelle and Tiffany. Over the last few years they have grown close as sisters. I would chuckle at times wondering what the coming years would bring if Tiffany and I did get together what my big sister would think.
A few hours past as I find myself at the airport being sent off by my family. It was heart breaking knowing tomorrow I would wake up not seeing their faces. My family held me tight each with tears.
You ever need to hear our voices or just want to talk you call ok Heath honey. Mom says with tears running down her face.
I will mom I promise. I say as Michelle pulls me tight.
You better come home to us during the summers. I am so going to miss you baby brother. I love you so very much. Michelle tells me as I nod.
I love you too Shellie always. I says as Mom and Travis pull me to them making me chuckle.
We love you to my bright blued eyed baby boy. Mom says with more tears.
You be safe bro and remember if you need me call I will race up to help. I love you lil brother. Travis tells me trying to hold back his tears.
I will, I love you both so much as well. I tell them as I hear the boarding announcement.
Mom gives me one last hug as she takes my hands looking in my eyes.
Heath your father would be so proud of you as I am. I love you honey always remember that no matter what. Mom tells me as I hear footsteps come behind me.
Come on Heath we have to go. I hear Tiffany tell me as I turn letting go of my mom’s hands.
Tiffany takes my right hand in her left leading me to our flight. I turn to see my family holding each other with tears as I have tears myself. I see the other parents step to mine and hug them with comfort and support. I look straight ahead at the moment not turning back again. Tiffany hands the attendant our tickets which I handed her to hold for me. I try to hold back more of my tears, but they come anyway. I follow Tiffany as she leads me to the plane. Once on Tiffany has me sit by her.
Heath honey I know it’s hard, but you have us to help get you through this. Now come here I will give you my shoulder to cry on. Tiffany says as I lean towards her.
She places her arms around me as I do cry and sob. I think of this new beginning and hope I can do this. Closing my eyes I let my thoughts ask for help from one man that I know will hear me.
Dad please watch over Mom, Shellie, and Travis. And please give me the strength to take this new path in my life. I love you dad and miss you so much. My thoughts say as Tiffany comforts me with a kiss to my forehead.
After touching down from the flight and helped to where I was to pick up my duffle bag and laptop. Chris, Selena, and Tiffany showed me to the limo that was taking us to the school. The driver noticed me giving a smile.
You must be Heath it’s nice to meet you. Mr. Jarvison told me to give you a stressless ride. So I have some ice tea in the car for you to relax drinking and music already in the headphones for you. I hope we can be friends young man. He says to me as I nod before he continues ” My name is Jason so if you need a ride some where on the weekends let me know.”
Wait we can leave school property on weekends? I ask as he looks confused at me.
Why yes you mean to tell me these three didn’t tell you? He asks concern looking at Tiffany and them.
Jason we were caught up in getting here. He is right hun we can leave campus on weekends. Yes it’s a private school, but the director doesn’t want us to feel like were in a prison. So we get to leave on weekends, but have to be back by night fall. Tiffany tells me as Jason nods.
Nice that’s cool to know. I say as Jason motions me into the limo.
He looks to be in his 30’s, 6’1, 223 lbs muscled, short black hair and brown eyes. I get in and sit by Tiffany who smiles. Chris and Selena are sitting on the side drinking soda. Tiffany hands me a ice tea after I place my bag and laptop next to me. I thank her which she smiles grabbing a ice tea herself. The ride is nice as Tiffany leans against my shoulder. I get a warm feeling inside me as Tiffany takes my left hand in her right.
Heath don’t be scared ok hun we won’t let anything happen to you. We are your friends and always will be. Tiffany says as Chris and Selena agree with cheers.
She’s right bro we got your back. I know this is going to be hard, but you have us to lean on now. So just relax and enjoy. Chris tells me as I smile nodding.
I take in their advice and lean back against the seat more. Tiffany keeps her head on my shoulder while holding my hand. I don’t know what it is about her. She is showing comfort yes, but it feels like she is showing affection that I am not use too. The ride is nice as I look out to see the scenery since it’s still daylight out. I tilt my head back closing my eyes. I think of this new path in my life. I decide to try this new school and maybe see what it has to offer.
Before I know it the first few months go by and it’s Christmas. Chris, Selena, Tiffany, and I make a trip home for the holidays. I am welcomed home by my family with open arms. They all hug me tight with kisses from mom and Michelle on my forehead. Travis just bear hugs me with a smile. The house hasn’t changed much except for the tree. That week feels, wonderful as my family take me with them whenever they go out, which is shopping to get everyone gifts. Mom fills me in that the other parents will be over as they have become closer almost like a big family. I smile knowing things have been good for mom and them as I was worried so much of the change of me not being home.
Christmas comes and it’s a nice one. Gifts are exchanged with smiles shining bright. Mom got me a Jacket with inside pockets. Michelle gave me a picture of them all taken during Thanksgiving. Travis got me a pocket watch with a eagle on the front. I loved all that was given to me. Chris and Selena got me an Ipod loaded with my favorite songs. Tiffany gave me a friendship wrist bracelet that said forever friends. I smiled at those words as my eyes brighten. Everyone had a great time with carols being sung and happiness in the air. That Christmas was the best we had in years.
The days turned into weeks then to months. I found the school year end to flow into summer. This was the summer I would turn 15 just one more year before my 16th birthday. Mike dropped me off, but not before Tiffany gave me a kiss on my left cheek. It surprised me as I smiled seeing her big smile shining back at me. I grabbed my bag from my god father Mike just to get a hug from him. Afterward he goes around to the driver side only to get back in the driver seat. I stepped to the passenger front door to lean down a bit. I told them I would see them soon as Ellie spoke up before Mike pulled out.
If you need anything call us I don’t care what time it is ok sweetie. Ellie tells me as I nod smiling.
I stood there watching them leave. Tiffany looked out the back glass blowing me a kiss. Everyday she showed some kind of affection that I was getting use to which was hugs, holding hands, and kisses on my face. I turned making my way up to the house. I turned the doorknob making my way in. Shutting the door behind me I walk into the living room around 2 p.m.
MOM I’M HOME! I yell hearing foot steps coming from the kitchen.
My baby is home. I hear mom say as I turn to see her coming at me.
Once to me we hug as she breaks it a few seconds to look at me. Her eyes look me over as I see a smile.
” You have grown Heath how tall are you?’ Mom asks as I smile.
Six foot, but I don’t think I am done it.”” I say getting a smile.”
” So where is Shellie and Travis I figured they would be here?’ I ask as her smile turns to a frown.
They are up stairs getting ready to go hang with Trey and Keisha. They met them in April at a party. So I just let them do what they want as they are over 18 honey.”” Mom answer as I nod.”
I know mom just thought they would be happy to see me thats all. I say with a bit of sadness.
I know honey, but I am happy to see you. So come and tell me all about this past school year. Are you on the honor roll again? Mom tells me as I follow her to the couch.
I get sat on her left as she takes my right hand in her left.
Yes I am above the curve. They did a IQ test on me and found out I have a 190. I say as my mother shows a big grin.
I am so proud of you honey. I know your fatherwould be too if he was here. Mom says as I nod smiling.
I hope so as he was my hero. I want to be like him and you, business wise and loving for those around me. I tell her getting tears.
Awww Sweetie that is so thoughtful. So what do you want to do this summer? Mom asks me as I think then smile.
Spend time with you all, but if it’s just us that is fine. I love you mom so much and have missed you. I tell her as my mother shows tears.
I would like that honey and I love and missed you too. Mom tells me as we turn and hug.
We talk for a few minutes when Michelle and Travis come down the stairs noticing mom and I on the couch. Michelle’s eyes go wide as I look at her with a small smile.
Heath when…when did you get here? She asks coming to me as I stand receiving a hug
About 30 minutes ago. I yelled that I was home. I tell her as Travis gives me a smile.
I am sorry I must of had the music up to loud. Michelle tells me as I shake my head.
It’s ok sissy so what are you up to? I ask as she breaks the hug.
Going to hang with some friends. I am sorry we planned it yesterday. She tells me with some sadness.
It’s ok Shellie. You and Travis go have fun I have all summer of being here. I say as she gives me a smile.
Ok baby brother we will hang out tomorrow ok honey. Michelle tells me as I nod.
I watch her give mom a hug before her and Travis make their way to the front door and out of the house. I sat back down to see my mother with tears.
Mom what is wrong please talk to me? I ask as she takes my left hand into both of hers.
Nothing honey just glad your home. Heath how about we watch some movies to night. I have missed our mom and son nights? Mom asks as I smile nodding.
That would be great mom. The popcorn still in the same place? I ask as my mother smiles big.
Yes it is sweetie. You make it and I will get the new movies I bought. Also grab some Ice Tea’s honey. Mom says as I stand helping her up.
You got it mom be back in a bit. I tell her as we get ready for mother and son time.
I made my way into the kitchen with a smile on my face as well as a perk in my step. Tonight was going to be nice as my mother and I were going to spend it together. When I was younger dad, mom , and I would have movie nights when Travis and Michelle hung out with their friends. Although tonight it was mom and I. I found the popcorn in the same spot as it always was. Picking up a few packages I opened the microwave that sat on the counter. Taking the popcorn bags out of the plastic. I placed one in the microwave shut the door then set the time. Once the first was done I put the second one in for my mother. While it was poping I grabbed two glasses and poured the tea that mom had made. Once the second bag was done I grabbed the glasses the best I could along with the two popped bags. Returning to the living room mom was ready with a smile as I handed a glass of tea to her along with the popcorn. She already had a movie ready as I sat next to her to enjoy the day. Mom pushed play on the remote to start the movie she had picked. It was nice to just relax and be with the one woman that loved me more then life itself.
As the day went but evening came as I helped mom with supper. We had steaks, mashed potatoes, and some green beans. I always loved her cooking as she put her love behind each dish. When supper was finally done we ate talking about the summer as well as my birthday. She told me her plans of taking me out to by what ever I wanted. I laughed saying that could be a bad idea. Mom returned the laugh saying 15 only comes once in a persons life. I thought on that knowing she was right. I exclaimed just being with my family was gift enough. Mom smiled telling me that was true, but what was it that would been just as good. Looking in her eyes I told her a picture of us all. One that I could look at everyday of my life. My mother smile got bigger agreeing with me intently. After we finished eating mom and I washed the dishes then cleaned the kitchen up. Mom and I returned to watching a movie or two talking about what we could do over the summer again. I was just enjoying this time that I haven’t really been able to since last summer. When 9:30 p.m. came Michelle and Travis walked in looking off. Mom didn’t say a word placing a hand on my arm to make sure I didn’t either. I thought it was odd, but respected her not to. Before Michelle walked up the stairs making her way up. Shellie turned to look at me with sad eyes telling me she was sorry. I gave her a nod as I received a weak smile watching her finish her way up the stairs. I gave my mother a concerned look which she returned turning to look up at her oldest child with worried eyes. I sat there wondering what had happened to my sister that always took care of me when I was a kid. All I could think was just support her in all that she chose to do as my sister was a adult now just as my brother was. Mom and I turned in around 10:30 p.m. going to our bedrooms, but not before giving each other a hug. Mom told me she loved me as I returned telling her the same. She broke the hug turning to walk to the room she slept in all these years. I went into my room then to my bed. I sat on the edge thinking of how I loved my family deciding to make sure to spend all the time I could with them. I laid down upon my bed closing my eyes to let sleep come to me. I let my mind roam into dreams that were of the happy kind.
As the days went by I found them like the day I arrived. Michelle and Travis went to hang out with their friends with promises to spend time with me. I just kept telling them ok that I loved them. Shellie smiled telling me the same as she walked out the door wearing very provocative clothing. Mom kept telling me Michelle had a life of her own since she became a adult. I nodding just agreeing with her. I kept my sadness back as I missed my sister’s hugs and talks. Those first few days and weeks of June was mostly mom and I. We spent time with Chris, Selena, Tiffany, and their parents. We had family group time going to the beach since we lived in San Francisco. It was nice playing volley ball the guys against the gals. Mom and Ellie laughed as Tiffany collided into me as I tried to spike the ball. Everyone started laughing as I landed on my ass. It was moments like that which made the summer wonderful.
The weeks past as my birthday was just around the corner. Michelle and Travis kept dodging me for some reason making me feel that much sadder. Mom took it upon herself to keep me happy by spending time with me. I told her if there were things she needed to do just do them. My mother placed her hands on each side of my face saying the only thing she had to do was spend time with her bright blue eyed baby boy. I smiled to those words telling her how I loved her as she said the same.
The days went by as I find it’s Thursday which means my birthday. My friends and their mothers starts showing up around 1 p.m. to enjoy the day. All the fathers are still at work as Ellie tells me Mike, Nate, and Ricky will be by after. I nod as my mom tells us teenagers to go have fun while the mothers talk. Tiffany blushes as she goes to change as does Selena. It’s only minutes later Chris, Tiffany, Selena, and I are in the back enjoying the swimming pool as our mothers lounge out watching us. They talk which becomes brings on the gossip about some day time talk show. The day is enjoyable being around those that are here to celebrate it with me. As Chris, Selena, Tiffany and I sit on the sides of the pool. Tiffany takes my right hand in her left. I turn to look into her eyes as her smile shows. I give a smile back wondering why she is showing me so much affection. I still haven’t figured her out, but feel a warmth from her I have never felt before. Our friendship has grew stronger the past few years, but still I wonder what it is she wants from me. As the evening comes Michelle and Travis hang out as Mike, Nate, and Ricky show up. The main party begins with a bbq and gift opening for me. The gifts were nice as Mom gave me a locket that held a picture of her and I within it. Tiffany gave me a black onyx ring with a eagle embedded on the onyx. I smiled at the ring as Tiffany placed it on my right ring finger. All the other gifts I received were nice as was the first. After all the gifts were opened it was time to eat as it was around 6 p.m. Which also around that moment Michelle and Travis left telling me Happy Birthday while walking out the door. Everyone heard the door shut while looking at the sadness that came to my face. This was the first birthday that they didn’t stay. Mom placed her left hand on my arm getting my attention as those that were like family watched on.
“ Heath I am sorry about your sister and brother, but you have family here that love you. So please don’t let them ruin the rest of what is your day.” My mom tells me as I nod giving her a small smile
“ Heath your mom is right. We love you as we feel your our own child.” Kiko tells me making everyone nod
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Also in this series:
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 1B
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 1C
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 1D
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 2
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 3
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 4A
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 4B
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 5
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 6
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 7
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 8
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 9A
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 9B
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 10
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 11
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 12
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 13
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 14
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 15
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 16A
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 16B
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 17
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 18
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 19
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 20
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 21
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 22
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 23
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 24
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 25
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 26
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 27
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 28
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 29
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 30
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 31
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 32
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 33A
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 33B
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 34A
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 34B
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 35A
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 35B
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 35C
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 36A
- A Family Betrayal - Chap 36B
tshadow says
Incredibly ignorant of the difference between love and lust. Fantastically vain. Barbaric and despotic. Hypocritical, egocentric; bordering on ego maniacal. Stereotypical sexism at its worst. Many words does not an epic make. Lacks artistry. Twisted sense of the purpose of women. Ravings of a juvenile minded lunatic. Need I go on???? Naive!!!! Let’s screw…make everything better…
tshadow says
Gotta say this also… Has little to do with family betrayal. Thy only thing remotely noteworthy is that it rightfully caught that the main character didn’t understand forgiveness.