Johnson Enterprises ~ Ch 15
The rest of the day was a bit of a blur. I debated saying anything to Jeff about my emotions and how I personally feel about the changes being made. Then Tommy texted me, “FYI, Jeff knows the whole story about Mason.” Is that good? yes, that is good. I feel just emotionally drained, and hungry.
I am sitting on the back porch with Lane when I heard the door bell. I holler “I’m in the back.” In a couple seconds Jeff comes around the corner. I smile and it feels like all the crap that has floating in my head has just fell away and I feel calm. “Hi, are hungry?” He says, “Yes” but I just wanted to say something before we go” … awkward silence… “Sure, go ahead.” Tommy and I talked about Mason and everything that happened. I just want you to know I have really liked the time we have hung out and would really like to continue.” I walk over and say “I feel the exact same way. It's wonderful to be with a man that expresses himself.”
We walk over to Los Charros restaurant which was a very good idea, I’m thinking a margarita is going to taste good tonight. As soon as we walked in I just pointed to the bar and the host nods. Jeff ushered me in front of him. I choose the back booth less distraction. Jose comes to the table, “Can I get you anything to drink tonight?” Jeff looks to me, “Watermelon Margarita, 32 ounces with a top shelf shot of tequila on the side please.” Jose looks back a Jeff, “The same” And he heads to get our drinks made.
Of course I want to share every thought with Jeff, but tonight may not be the night. Which is exactly what I tell him. “Jeff I need to do some thinking about what happened today and I would love to talk about it, just not tonight.
Jeff says, “I get it, I am here to talk when you want.”
Dinner is outstanding and Jeff completely agrees. Which makes me very happy.
I asked him lots of questions;
How old are you? twenty six, interesting I thought you and Tommy were the same age.
Do you own or rent? Own
Where? I inherited my parent's house in Topeka. Oh dang I had heard that back when his mother passed away. I didn’t realize his dad passed too. Jeff expanded and his face really lit up, the house is too big for just me. I have thought about selling it and buying something smaller just for me but I love the memories this house holds. I remember how close he and his mom were. So that makes sense. “I look forward to showing it to you one day soon. “ he adds.
Do you see children in your future? I ask thinking I should have asked on the first date. But here we are. “I know that children are a deal breaker for most couples, honestly I could go either way which sounds like I am trying give bullshit answer but its really the truth.” And looking in his eyes I would like to think he was being honest. He gave me a look and said, “And you? what are your thoughts on children? Honestly with the world the way it is, I am very happy with raising Golden Retrievers. And yes I am being completely honest.
Religion? My mom and I went to church when I was young but we both stepped away when the cancer came back, questions of faith I suppose. And you? We went when we were kids but by the time I was in high school, I stopped and haven’t went back, there really was not a good reason. It was kind of interesting my parents never pushed or even asked.
Politics? He smiled and said that he is a registered Republican but not a supporter of the current president. I beamed and was very relieved! If he said he supports the current president, I can honestly say without hesitation that would have been a deal breaker.
Where do you see yourself in three years? I trust this is just between you and I? Of course. I have been thinking that I may like to go out on my own with Tommy’s blessing of course. I love the landscaping business and have some areas that I would like to expand. “That’s awesome, I am sure Tommy would be cool with it. He continued and said that he has four acres and can envision doing it from his home.
Do you have any questions for me? He thought for a few moments and said not at this time but I’m sure I will.
We walked back to my house and I welcomed him inside. I walked into the kitchen and asked if he wanted anything to drink? I was getting some ice water, after I sipped some he took the glass from me and drank some too. I took back the glass and stepped closer to him. He pulled me closer and kissed. It was so passionate and easy. I took him by the hand and lead him to by bedroom, I hear him say, “Are you sure?” I open the door and say, “Oh yes”