Thirty-Five
Austin
You know that saying, time flies when you’re having fun?
It’s true. Who knew?
I’ve spent most of the past six weeks with Holly. I tried to show her all of Alaska. Even took her on a fishing boat but turns out she gets seasick. That was eventful. We hiked a bunch of trails and toured the glacier.
Now it’s graduation day for Lake Starlight High School, and in two days, I’m off for California.
“I hate this dress.”
The disdain in Phoenix’s voice draws my attention from my thoughts, and I look over to see Phoenix straightening her pink dress.
“I look shitty in pink.”
I straighten my tie in the mirror by the front door. “You look beautiful, and the gown covers your dress anyway.”
She stops and stares at me. “Why are you being so nice?” She smacks her forehead. “That’
