Page 16 of Daddy's Little Dreamer

“Mom used to bring me here when I was younger, and we’d have picnics. I saw bunnies here before too.” He cheered and bobbed in his seat.

“Let me get your belt off before you hurt yourself.”

5

Excitement bubbled up inside me and it was so hard to contain.

A daddy not only took me on a date, but one where we got to be outside with bees and nature and all those fun things. And best of all, he let Bumble come too.

But was he for real or just another poser?

As soon as Daddy Jayger opened the door, I flew out and ran straight for the playground. I didn’t know what it was about him, but since we first met all those hours ago,hee-hee, it was like I’d known him forever and the years of repressed fun burst from me.

“Daddy Jayger, this is the best place ever!”

“Why is that little one?”

I took his hand and led him around to all my favorite spots. “A sunflower garden. It’s my favorite flower, just so you know.”

“Why sunflowers?”

“Because they’re a happy flower, Daddy Jayger. They’re always smiling at you.” I smiled as wide as I could. “See, they make me smile and now you’re smiling, too.”

“Sweetheart, I can’t help but smile when I’m around you.”

That might be the bestest thing anyone had ever said to me.

“Oh my gosh! Oh my gosh! Oh my gosh! Look at all the bees!”

“Careful, don’t get too close or you’ll get stung.”

“I know, Daddy Jayger, and I’ll respect their space. They make the flowers happy when they pollinate them.”

“Yes, they do. You’re a very smart and a very good boy.”

Good boy. I was somebody’s good boy and if it was only for today I’d be the best boy I could be. Happy memories for everyone! I’d try not to think about how sad I’d be when it was over.Live in the now, Trevor.

“How about we eat first, then we can explore and play on the playground. Deal?”

“Deal. Does everybody call you Daddy Jayger?”

“At the club, yes. I’m one of the handful that prefer the moniker. Is that okay?”

“Yes, makes it easier and more real for me.”

“More real?”

I shrugged. “I’ve played with some daddies that made me call them that, but it never felt right, and they weren’t very nice. With you, it does, and I like it, but I didn’t want to upset you.”

“Dear boy, it would take quite a bit for you to upset me. I’m fairly relaxed when it comes to all but your health and safety.”

Daddy Jayger grabbed the basket, and I followed him over to a beautiful, huge oak tree and watched as he placed the blanket in the shade beneath it.

“Can Bumble and I help, Daddy Jayger?”

“Why don’t you two get comfy and let Daddy spoil you today.”

“Yes, Daddy Jayger.”

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