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Authors: Jennifer Sucevic
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finally let go of all those hopes and dreams.
Violet stays over at her grandparent’s house for another hour which is exactly when Ari and Gavin are supposed to arrive home from their friends’ house. Since Gavin is fourteen and a good kid, he usually keeps an eye on Ari when my parents head out for a couple hours.
The front door opens and closes with a loud crash as feet pound against the dark cherry wood flooring. Rather comically, Gavin screeches to a halt when he seeing me loitering in the kitchen with the Chinese I’ve already ordered for dinner.
“Dude, what are you doing here?”
I can’t help but laugh at his greeting. “Nice to see you too, dude. ”
He rolls his eyes before flipping his long blond hair out of his eyes so I can finally see his face.
Jeez.
Exactly how long has it been since I’ve seen my little brother? I swear he’s grown at least another inch and his hair now looks like a mop. Albeit a perfectly tousled one. Which makes me want to laugh my ass off, but I don’t. Only recently has he started kicking his personal hygiene habits into high gear.
Which is exactly the kind of effect the opposite sex has on guys his age. I know it all too well.
I can’t resist lifting my chin towards his head. “Bet dad loves your hair.”
He snorts before folding his arms across his chest. Already I can tell that he’s going to be big and broad just like I am. He may find himself playing more defense than QB when he’s older. Although I hope not. Gavin loves playing that position and he’s got some real talent for it. With just a hint of a smirk settling across his face, he says, “Hates it, but I’m still not cutting it.”
My lips lift.
Good for him.
My dad is all about our public image and how we look portrayed as a family. Which is exactly why he has an image consultant working for him. It’s been pretty much hammered into my head what I can and cannot do. Especially during an election cycle. My dad would probably shit a brick if I ever pulled some of the crap I hear about from the guys on my team.
Which is exactly why, for the most part, I keep a low profile.
Once again I can’t help but wonder if politics is the right career path for me. Having to be perfect all the time, afraid to make a mistake or take a misstep, seems like it would be exhausting. Not to mention the pressure of living under a microscope.
“Looks good on you, bud.”
He gives me another cheeky smile before catching sight of the white cardboard containers sitting on the large marble island.
“Please tell me you ordered kung pow chicken.”
I give him a look before cocking a brow. “Have I seriously been away that long?”
He snorts in response before grabbing a plate from the cabinet.
I’m just about to ask where Ari is when I hear the front door open and female voices fill the foyer.
“You’re staying with us and Sam is here, too?”
My little sister sounds so ridiculously excited by the prospect. It only makes me feel guiltier for not getting back home more often.
“Yep, you’ve got us until about six o’clock.”
“Yay!” That exuberant shout is followed up with a rapid fire question. “Can we give each other mani-pedis?”
“Of course. I thought we could also try out some of those fancy hair style videos you were showing me last time.”
Hearing Violet’s voice has something unwanted seizing within my chest.
Not a moment later, Ari comes barreling into the kitchen like a locomotive. She’s all long legs and skinny elbows. And just like my brother, she’s grown, too. Sheesh. The pair of them are like weeds right now. She all but launches herself at me and just like always, I catch her mid-air in my arms, squeezing her close until she’s gasping for breath in between squeals of laughter.
Violet follows her into the kitchen before meeting my eyes with a smile curving her lips. I can’t resist grinning right back as our eyes
Violet stays over at her grandparent’s house for another hour which is exactly when Ari and Gavin are supposed to arrive home from their friends’ house. Since Gavin is fourteen and a good kid, he usually keeps an eye on Ari when my parents head out for a couple hours.
The front door opens and closes with a loud crash as feet pound against the dark cherry wood flooring. Rather comically, Gavin screeches to a halt when he seeing me loitering in the kitchen with the Chinese I’ve already ordered for dinner.
“Dude, what are you doing here?”
I can’t help but laugh at his greeting. “Nice to see you too, dude. ”
He rolls his eyes before flipping his long blond hair out of his eyes so I can finally see his face.
Jeez.
Exactly how long has it been since I’ve seen my little brother? I swear he’s grown at least another inch and his hair now looks like a mop. Albeit a perfectly tousled one. Which makes me want to laugh my ass off, but I don’t. Only recently has he started kicking his personal hygiene habits into high gear.
Which is exactly the kind of effect the opposite sex has on guys his age. I know it all too well.
I can’t resist lifting my chin towards his head. “Bet dad loves your hair.”
He snorts before folding his arms across his chest. Already I can tell that he’s going to be big and broad just like I am. He may find himself playing more defense than QB when he’s older. Although I hope not. Gavin loves playing that position and he’s got some real talent for it. With just a hint of a smirk settling across his face, he says, “Hates it, but I’m still not cutting it.”
My lips lift.
Good for him.
My dad is all about our public image and how we look portrayed as a family. Which is exactly why he has an image consultant working for him. It’s been pretty much hammered into my head what I can and cannot do. Especially during an election cycle. My dad would probably shit a brick if I ever pulled some of the crap I hear about from the guys on my team.
Which is exactly why, for the most part, I keep a low profile.
Once again I can’t help but wonder if politics is the right career path for me. Having to be perfect all the time, afraid to make a mistake or take a misstep, seems like it would be exhausting. Not to mention the pressure of living under a microscope.
“Looks good on you, bud.”
He gives me another cheeky smile before catching sight of the white cardboard containers sitting on the large marble island.
“Please tell me you ordered kung pow chicken.”
I give him a look before cocking a brow. “Have I seriously been away that long?”
He snorts in response before grabbing a plate from the cabinet.
I’m just about to ask where Ari is when I hear the front door open and female voices fill the foyer.
“You’re staying with us and Sam is here, too?”
My little sister sounds so ridiculously excited by the prospect. It only makes me feel guiltier for not getting back home more often.
“Yep, you’ve got us until about six o’clock.”
“Yay!” That exuberant shout is followed up with a rapid fire question. “Can we give each other mani-pedis?”
“Of course. I thought we could also try out some of those fancy hair style videos you were showing me last time.”
Hearing Violet’s voice has something unwanted seizing within my chest.
Not a moment later, Ari comes barreling into the kitchen like a locomotive. She’s all long legs and skinny elbows. And just like my brother, she’s grown, too. Sheesh. The pair of them are like weeds right now. She all but launches herself at me and just like always, I catch her mid-air in my arms, squeezing her close until she’s gasping for breath in between squeals of laughter.
Violet follows her into the kitchen before meeting my eyes with a smile curving her lips. I can’t resist grinning right back as our eyes
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