Page 34 of Home in the Country
We’ve had a good week, and I pray we can keep it going. Briggs is growing up in front of my eyes but it’s equal parts “I can do it myself” and “can I sit in your lap and read this book?” It’s hard sayingyesto the things that will make a mess but I’m trying, and most times, it’s not that bad.
Maybe getting naked with Otto helped clear my head, because I swear I’m more relaxed than I have been in months.
My phone buzzes on the nightstand, and I reluctantly reach out from my warm cocoon to grab it.
TANNER: Happy Three Month Divorced-iversary!
FALLON: I don’t think there’s an ex-husband on the planet that not only wishes his ex-wife happy three months since we got divorced but also sends her flowers a day early
TANNER: Well maybe they should—maybe that can be my retirement gig
FALLON: You’re ridiculous
TANNER: Are you holding up okay? Are you and Briggs getting settled in the new place?
FALLON: We talked to you last night before bed.
TANNER: (eyeroll emoji)
FALLON: We’re adjusting—he misses you. I miss you too. Is that weird?
TANNER: No, it’s not weird. I miss you guys too.
TANNER: We didn’t get divorced because we hate each other—you’re still my best friend.
FALLON: I know
TANNER: Did something happen with the guy from your past?
FALLON: You could say that
TANNER: Are you sure it’s a good idea getting involved with him already?
FALLON: I thought you’d be supportive
TANNER: I’m just worried about Briggs having something else to deal with.
FALLON: I’d never do anything to hurt Briggs
TANNER: Have you told that guy about me moving?
FALLON: If it gets to a point where I need to tell him I will
TANNER: How long has it been?
FALLON: A few weeks? Ish?
TANNER: WEEKS??? And you’re just telling me…
FALLON: Are you mad?
TANNER: I mean—I’m not happy but I’m going to be pissed if you don’t tell him
TANNER: TELL HIM
FALLON: Stop yelling at me through text
TANNER: I’m going to be really pissed if I get punched as soon as I step foot in Clementine Creek
