Small Town Reputations
Things are going great with C.
but I wish my grandma was still here to give my grandpa an attitude adjustment.
C has kind of a bad reputation around town. He was a wild child… rowdy, drinking, pot… Actually he hasn’t done near some of the stupid shit Rick and I pulled, but what he did do was in a small town and it sticks with you for life. He’s settled down now (like me) - kids and old age do that to ya.
Anyway, we went to the coffee shop for breakfast yesterday morning. My grpa came in shortly after, sat down with us, and barely uttered a word the entire time. Later at home he informed me that I “was the talk of the coffee shop this morning…” It went downhill from there.
I’ve been a total recluse since moving here. Zero interaction with any life long Waurika people. Mostly because I felt guilty for any gossip grief felt by my grandparents over Rick’s death. I made the decision to spend my life here with Hannah, partly because I want to, and mostly because it’s the best decision for my family and Hannah.
I stopped ‘rebellion dating’ shortly after high school. If C turns out to be ‘bad news’, I’ll end it.
I need something in my life that is for me - that makes me happy.
I’m just very disappointed in my grandpa right now. Before he starts throwing rocks, he needs to realize that I live in the biggest glass house in town.
I really hope this turns out to be good for you. As for the gossip…Well. People will find something to talk about no matter what. Be happy.
Long time no talk-hey Cat! I really hope this guy turns out to be well worth your time. Its about time you find a good man to share good times with. God knows you deserve happiness.