Sara
"I've never been here," I commented to Mom as we walked into the little bistro we'd spotted from the park.
At the beginning of the afternoon, I hadn't really been sure of what was going to happen or how I felt about it all, but that had changed over the course of the day. We'd spent the afternoon walking around the park and reminiscing on all of our good family memories.
I had really needed this more than I had realized. For the first time since this had all begun, I had been able to think about something else–even if only just for the afternoon. I was grateful for that and that feeling is what had led me to suggest that we extend our date and get dinner.
"Let's hope it's good," Mom laughed as we walked in and waited for the host to come and seat us.
I bit my lip nervously as I t
