“Your dads alright”. He spoke.

I turned in his embrace. “He is isn’t he and thank you for doing this”.

“Family is everything Leah and I wouldn’t keep you from yours”.

Everything seemed to be going in the right direction. Jake and I were better than ever. I had been accepted into college and now my dad was finally part of my life. Trying to ignore the little bit of doubt I had I placed a kiss on his cheek.

“I love and appreciate you and I hope you know that”.

“I love ...