The time was now 10:12 pm and I have yet to hear back from her. I am all for giving her space but it grinds my gears when she shuts down like this. I worry about her so much. Yes, she’s a grown independent ass woman, but she has my heart so weak. She makes me worry even though I shouldn’t. With the nightmares as of late, that nigga roughing her up, and her ex best friend reappearing. I honestly can’t imagine what she’s holding in.
All I know is I want to be her remedy. I want to protect her and respect her boundaries.
I unlocked my phone and went to our text thread “My World” I thought to myself looking at her contact photo. I pressed the audio button and began to talk…
“Hey love, I could’ve sent another text, but it seems….” I continued on with the message.
I hit send once my voice note was complete. I placed my phone on the charger and stared up at the darkness as I tried to rest my mind for a bit. Even though I was actually waiting for her to get back at me.
I woke up feeling so depleted after therapy. The prosecco mixed with my feelings may have not been the best use of my coping skills. I thought on that while running my hand over my face and through my hair. I was mildly feeling it for sure, but still functional as I planted my feet onto the carpet of my bedroom.
I was still wrapped in my bath towel from when I stepped out of the tub. I made my way towards my bathroom as the music playing from Alexa because louder as I headed for the toilet. The prosecco was now exiting my body. “Whew…” I exhaled while “5 Miles to Empty” by Brownstone played in the background.
I need a man who's gonna do me right
(Hurry, hurry, quick, quick)
Somebody who will surely satisfy
(When I think of your love)
It only makes me stop and wonder truly why? (why? Oh, why?)
(Oh, why?) Why would you make me cry, oh, baby?
My heart is running low, whoa-oh
Oh, I need a good man to fill me up
I need a good man to give me love, babe
I gathered myself up, flushed the toilet and washed my hands. I looked around for my phone seeing that the time was now 11:22 from the Alexa display. Mentally preparing myself to see what missed notifications I had. I headed towards the front door where I had dropped my phone and keys off earlier when I first got home.
I just knew my sister and Trey were the main ones. I picked up my phone and the notifications confirmed my thoughts.
Casey’s message read “Hey sis! I love you. I hope you are being gentle with yourself today. I called to check in but I know you had therapy so, heart this when you see it so I know you’re safe and alright 🫶🏾💫”
I hearted the message and responded that I loved her too and that I would call her in the morning.
Trey sent a few messages one included a photo of us that he took while we were on the beach recently. My heart smiled. “I don’t like not hearing from you baby, call me back.” One text said. Then there was a voice note. I hit play on his voice-note which is something he hardly ever sends. I walked over to the couch taking a seat as I began to listen to His voice. I instantly felt him next to me. Chills began to form.
Hey love, I could’ve sent another text, but it seems you’re not in the best mood to respond to me. I hope you know how much I love you. I know you’re probably trying to process everything going on in that beautiful head of yours. It’s filled with so many memories, good and bad. But baby, you will overcome the bad. I promise you. It will not keep you down. You won’t let it, and I won’t either. I want to see you on your good days and your bad days. If today was a bad day for you, let me hold your hand through it.
You are so damn beautiful baby. I don’t just mean surface level. Your eyes lead me to your heart, it may feel bruised up or bandaged but baby I’m here to help repair it. Every day you smile and laugh is another day closer towards it. You’re no longer that version of yourself you once were. I want you to look in the mirror and I do mean really look at yourself and just know you are worthy. You deserve to be happy, to be healed, to be loved and to live this life. We deserve each other and I am ready to do this life with you. Whatever the hell comes our way. Damn, I want to see you so bad, but I am respecting your boundaries at the moment. It’s hard because I need you, even though you may not need me right now. Just know that I am here for you, and I love you baby.”
“Damn it Trey.” I whimpered. Absorbing his heartfelt words into my mind and soul. He see’s the good in me, even when I don’t see it or feel worthy of it. I’m truly fighting with past self so I can be the best version of myself, and yet, he already sees me at that.
I hustled back towards my room to throw on some clothes so I can rush over to be with him. It’s late but I have a code to his door to let myself in if he is asleep.
I unlocked my phone to call him, hoping that he was still awake. By the 4th ring I heard…
“Babe you good!?” He answered with his sleepy voice.
“Yes baby, I am. I am on my way over to you…” I let him know while tossing my hair in a messy bun. I can hear the energy break through his voice as he told me that he loved me and to hurry up but be safe driving.
I hung up and threw on a brown biker short set, Nike slides and was on my way out the door.
I pulled up to his spot and there he was, standing out waiting for me in a black white wide beater and some red basketball shorts. I can see his smile piercing through my tinted windows.
I turned the car off as I gathered my things. He came over opening my door for me as I hopped out to greet him.
We hugged each other so tight. I needed this. I need him. I was trying to get through today alone and I realized that didn’t have to. He reminded me of that.
He pulled me in for a kiss letting me know he missed me today.
“Baby, I’m so sorry I didn’t respond earlier. Reading your message touched my heart more than you know. Thank you for loving me with so much patience, understanding, and kindness. Sometimes I do get caught up in my thoughts and emotions, and it can be hard to find the right words, but please know it’s never because I don’t care about you.” I rubbed his face.
“Your reassurance means so much to me. Knowing that you want to stand beside me through both my good days and my difficult ones makes me feel safe and cared for. I’m still healing from things that have shaped me, but your love reminds me that I don't have to carry everything alone.
I appreciate you respecting my boundaries while still letting me know you're here. That kind of love is rare, and I don't take it for granted. I see your heart, your effort, and the way you continuously show up for me, and I cherish it more than I can explain. And even when I’m quiet, please remember that your words reach me, your love reaches me, and I carry it with me. Thank you for believing in me, reminding me of my worth, and loving me through every season. The good and the bad. I love you, and I’m grateful to have someone who wants to walk through life hand in hand with me.” I finished with tears in my eyes. Feeling like I just spilled my whole heart to him in just one breath. Everything I need is in this man. I can’t allow my struggles to push him away. It will be my turn to return the favor for him one day and I must be strong enough to do so. He won’t always be strong. Seeing how my isolation makes him weak, I just can’t bear it. For us, I will do better.
He wiped my tears and kissed me deeply with so much love and passion. He took my hand and said “Hand in hand as we walk through this life together. I got your back. Trust me.” He confirmed.
From there, he guided me into his home, and up the stairs into his room. Together we undressed climbed into each other. Tightly. His arms were my home. The heaviness of today fully lifted away as we stared into each other’s eyes. Taking in the moment. Both of us replaying the words we said to each other tonight.
God, whatever you are doing for us, I thank you.