Chapter 21: A Bad Day

Anna It was Wednesday afternoon and I was in my apartment reading "Decker's Wood." I would never admit reading this book but sometimes I go for the sexy passionate romance stories. As for my own story, I did not go to meet Caleb yesterday. The note he gave me in class said that 'carnations represent sincere love. I will do anything to prove that I am truthful to you.' Today he did not really talk to me. He seemed to be sulking about my ignoring his calls. He did leave a spike of red gladioli in front of my door but no note this time. I reached the part of the book where the main character dances 'Cowboy Casanova,' for her guy and it made me feel like dancing. I am still learning how to dance country. This is not the usual country song but it will do. The lyrics even make me feel identified. I found the song on my phone and stood up. I swayed my hips at the rhythm of the music, played with my hair and sang out loud even though I was as off-key as always. Halfwa