My brother Jack's new house is gorgeous. Suburban brick two story, just the right size for him and my sister-in-law. They finally have a fire pit and have invited several of us over. I'm just off my first semester of college. Studying and school have been a big part of my life. Haven't had time for many friends or boys for that matter. Not that I would give any of the boys my age the time of day with the way they ask for things...
I am a little late to arrive. Wearing a simple white V-neck shirt and a black pencil skirt with black slip Ons, it's obvious I'm not good at dressing down for these kinds of things. I smell the fire smoke and leaves burning. I need this time off or I fear I may collapse my genius all together and have a mental breakdown. I make my way to the back and after greeting Jack & my 2 other brothers, I turn around to grab a marshmallow and in the dark run straight into you. I apologize, but my eyes slowly adjust to the dimly lighted yard and I realize who it is.
"Jason?"
"Hey T. Long time no see." You embrace me in your strong hold and my small but tall frame is overcome with sensation from the contact. I hug you back, resisting the urge to grip your shirt tighter, beg you to hold me longer. I clear my throat and pull away slowly. I notice you're not here with anyone and as we chat, I can't stop watching your mouth. You kissed me like a man should kiss on my 16th birthday (for no reason at all) & it was never spoken of again. It was my first and last kiss.