I can protect her when needed. My three older brothers taught me not to take any guff from anyone. The best thing is, Alix has an affection for me. It's the second week of February when the rain is constant and snow can be seen on the hilltops. I wanted to further my relationship with Alix.
Progress involves risk.
I realized I couldn't steal second base with my foot still on first. I asked my teacher to help me make a Valentine's Day card for Alix. I came in the classroom during the noon recess so Mrs. Soderstrom and I could be alone. We sat down at one of the reading tables and I began to think of just the right poem. I wanted it to be perfect.