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Well if anyone cares, I might update twice today.
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Memories and the Future
The day was still very young. I took Melyssa back to her house and then pulled out my phone. From there, I called some of my closest friends from high school - Brad, Cory, Brett, Brock, and J-Mac. After getting ahold of all of them, we all met up where we left a legacy - Everett Warrior Stadium.
"Damn, seems just like yesterday we were playing on this field."
"Some of the best days of our lives happened here. I miss it."
"Yeah, the thrill of hearing your name over the loudspeaker as you ran out to the roar of the crowd - it still gives me chills."
"Not to mention all the beatdowns we left on our opponents last year. I loved being able to sit out most of the second half."
"I think I enjoyed playing here more than I do at Syracuse right now."
"Haha, cause you went 5-7?"
"Yeah Brad shut up, we went 3-9 and got our asses handed to us by you guys."
"Don't hate cause I was on the only team here with a winning record."
"7-5 isn't that impressive bro. Besides, how much PT did you get?"
"Ya'll are hating right now, haha."
It felt good shooting the bull with my friends again. No matter what we were talking about, we would always try to make it into a competition between ourselves. If I could have some of them on my team at Syracuse, I would have a smile on my face at all times and would definitely be having more fun out there.
After standing on the football field, reliving old memories for a little while longer, we all got into our vehicles and drove out to Altoona - the main place where we would hang out on weekends. I decided to take this time to figure out a Christmas gift for Melyssa.
"Yo Ethan, why are we stopping here? There's women just a few stores down."
"Cause I need to get Mel something, chill."
"You think you have that kind of money?"
I looked into my wallet and smiled. There was the money I took home from Rodney and money from winning that bet with Jonny. Add to the fact that I already had a good bit of money to begin with and there was no doubt I could afford this for Melyssa.
"Believe me, I do. I'll be right back."
A few minutes passed as my friends waited outside for me. Once I walked over to them, they immediately started asking what was in the bag.
"Naw, you guys don't get to see, haha. It'll be a surprise to you."
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"Fuck this. I'm driving down."
Rodney got on his computer and immediately went to Mapquest. From there, he searched the quickest route from Syracuse to Everett.
"Six hours!? Shit. I guess I have to get going then."
He printed the directions and ran out the door to his car. It would be a long six hours...
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"So are you guys going to the game tomorrow night?"
"Yeah I am. They're probably going to get slaughtered by Tussey though, haha."
"Yeah probably so."
"You know I'm making a speech before the game, right?"
"Wait, what!? About?"
"Koontzy called me and told me they're retiring my number tomorrow night."
"Sick. Football or basketball?"
"Both, haha."
"I'm getting a shoutout, right?"
"Shut up Brock. If there's anyone that's getting a shoutout, it's going to be me."
"Things never change between you two, haha. I'll give a shoutout to the entire team, how's that?"
"I guess that's alright, haha."
"Haha, better be."
The rest of the night I spent time with my friends doing the same shit we would always do - messing around with girls, making fun of each other, and overall just having a good time. When I drove back into Everett, I stopped at Melyssa's house to check on her.
"Mel!"
No response.
"Melyssa?"
Still nothing.
"Sweetheart?"
Nada.
I walked upstairs and saw her laying in her bed, sleeping soundly. Smiling to myself, I quietly walked over and gave her a kiss on the forehead. Everything just felt so real at this moment. I've found out what love is and I would do my best not to let it fall out of my grasp. That ever-growing stomach of hers was just another symbol of our love. In just a few months I would be a father and suddenly things such as football and basketball would have to be put back priority-wise in my life. I smiled one more time and walked out, holding her gift in my hand. It would have to wait for another time.
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"Damnit, I think I'm lost..."Last edited by Woy; 12-28-2009, 12:52 AM.
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Possibly around 11:30-12 EST tonight. If you can stay up till then, I might have it done.Originally posted by Saints101
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Unexpected Visitors
"Ethan, wake up!"
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"No, just no..."
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"What Evan?"
"Were you having a bad dream?"
"What do you mean?"
"You were shaking really bad. You nervous about tonight?"
"Me nervous about tonight? Please. You're the one that has to play against this team. I just have to talk, haha."
"That is true. I'm really nervous cause Coach said I'm starting."
"You guarding Zimmerman?"
"Yeah."
"He's probably going to be better conditioned than you. Just pressure him everytime he touches the ball and whenever he gives it up, don't let him get it back. And never give him easy shots, otherwise he'll put up 40 at least."
"Gotcha bro, thanks. You think you could make a speech before our game?"
"Maybe, maybe so."
"Alright good. Well I need to get ready for school."
"Get ready for school? What fucking time is it..."
"7:15."
"Damnit, why the hell did you get me up?"
"I was worried cause I've never seen you shake in your sleep before."
"And?"
"And I need a ride to school, haha."
I knew my little brother too well. I guess getting around here and taking him up wouldn't be a bad thing.
"Get ready. I can stop in and talk to some teachers while I'm up there anyways."
As Evan got ready, I threw on some Syracuse gear and grabbed my phone from the counter. I noticed that I had a missed text message from Melyssa and was quite shocked about what she had to say.
"did you leave something at my house last nite?"
"whats there?"
Oh fuck, please don't say that I left the gift there. Please don't, please...
"your hat, haha. i was wondering if you needed it today."
Whew, that's a relief.
"nah, i'm good."
A little bit later, Evan yelled that he was ready and we jumped into my car. A ten minute drive filled with some J.Cole brought us to the school just in time for Evan to make it for his first class. I sat in my car for a little longer, soaking in the warm air blowing, before walking out into the cold. The bell rang signaling the start of the first class and as I walked into the school, I knew the first teacher I was visiting.
"Sweet, she's not here yet. Just like old times."
"Woah, Ethan...what are you doing in here?"
"Shhhh, I'm going to surprise Dodson. Maybe I'll get you guys a free period here."
A few of the loner kids threw out a light cheer as I took a seat in the back of the room. I threw my hood up, put my head down, and pretended I was sleeping as I hear the door slam - a signal that Mrs. Dodson was ready for class.
"Okay class, we're going to continue working with proofs and...wait. Who thinks they're allowed to sleep in my class?"
I could hear her high-heels walking towards my desk and as she was about to tap me on the shoulder, I raised my head.
"Would I ever sleep through your class Mrs. Dodson?"
"Well Mr. Superstar here decided to pay us a visit. How have you been?"
"I've been great. Football was a lot of fun this year, even though we lost a good bit."
"And classes, Mr. Woy?"
"Oh those things, haha. They're tough, but they went well. I was named an Academic All-American. Pretty good for only paying attention during your class half the time, right?"
"Oh, I thought it was a fourth of the time."
We both smiled, knowing we were both joking with each other. Just like I told the class, they got a free period as Mrs. Dodson and I talked about life in general.
"So are you still with Melyssa, Ethan?"
"Yeah I am. In fact, I'm going to be a father in February."
"Oh really? Congratulations then."
"I'm actually surprised you didn't yell at me for that, haha."
"I would if I heard the same thing from other kids. But you Ethan, you have a great head on your shoulders. You can be very sarcastic and yet very serious about the same subject. That personality of yours can brighten anyone's day. You're one of a kind, Mr. Woy, and you have an extremely bright future. I'm proud of you."
"Thank you Mrs. Dodson. I wouldn't be where I am today without you."
Hours later, I was back at the school for the basketball game against Tussey. It was weird not being out on that court as a player, but I was excited to see how my little brother would handle some of the same pressure I've been through. The JV game went by fast, and as I walked down to the locker room with a few minutes left, I saw a pretty familiar car park in the emergency lot. I thought for a second who it could be, but shook it off as I opened the door.
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"Motherfucker wasn't at home, but maybe he'll be here."
Rodney walked into the school and pulled out his wallet.
"One ticket, please."
"That will be five dollars. Say...you're new around here, aren't you?"
"Me? Naw, I'm just in town and wanted to watch some high school sports. That's all."
"Oh okay, well enjoy the game."
"Oh I'll enjoy something alright."Last edited by Woy; 09-25-2009, 11:11 PM.
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R.I.P Woy
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Where dem cliff notes at? I want to catch up on what I have missed.Comment
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There you go.
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this shit's gettin serious. nice job woy
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