the older children to play games, read books or just play with toys. She had bathrooms for younger children, and she had a room designated for nap times. She handed the twins off to two staff members and took me and Maddie into her office.
“This is one of my many centers. I love children and although I was blessed with two boys, I’ve always wanted a little girl. I need some contact information from you, just in case something happens. And what kind of schedule you have them on?”
She handed me papers and I filled them out and answered her questions. “Their names are Pride and Joy. I mark their clothes with pink and purple in the tags, since they look so much alike. Pride drinks lactose milk, and Joy is on regular milk. I listed all my number, including my mother’s cell, work and house number.”
“Great, we’ll take good care of your babies. Jaeshawn just sent me a text and said for you and Maddie, to step outside.”
We got up and went outside. I expected to see Jaeshawn standing there, but there was a black Rolls Royce with a white man standing on the outside with two dozen of roses. He handed one to me, and the other to Maddie. She was all smiles and glowing. We weren’t used to this type of treatment.
“Mr. Bird, wanted me to hand you this.” The white man said, and handed me an envelope.
I just want to take the time to make you smile. Relax and enjoy the fruits of my labor. – Larry Bird.
“Girl, what does it say?”
“Ahem, I have one for you too,” He told Maddie.
She snatched the letter from him and squealed. She handed it to me and it to me.
I don’t do blind dates, but your man has to be blind to let you get away. In my family, we cherish our women and shower them with gifts. Enjoy, Habibi.
“Awe, Maddie, he’s Arabic. He has to be, just by this letter. They treat their women like jewels, but the women also treat their men like gold too.” I explained.
“Ah, shit he got that Arab money,” She joked.
“John is a great man, and yes he’s loaded,” Monica came behind us and laughed. “Enjoy ladies and your babies will be well take care of.” She pushed us toward the car.
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“I can definitely get used to this, Tiara,” Maddie moaned, as we got back massages at one of the best spas in New York City. I had just got a chocolate and gold facial, and my feet and nails done.
“Me too, but let’s not get used to it. Soon as this is over, we’ll go back to normal.”
“I know, but a girl can damn sure dream. Jared has called about twenty times, and I’m not about to have him fuck up this man’s money stressing me out.”
“I feel you. Dyron has called three times. I’m trying to get these nerves out my head.”
Knock! Knock!
We turned our heads toward the door and the driver was standing there with two more cards with instructions. He handed me mine and turned toward the door. “I’ll be waiting out front when you ladies are finished.” He smiled and left out the room. I opened mine first.
Now that I got you relaxed and anticipating tonight, I need something to look forward to. Time for you to get dressed. Roberto, will show you where to go. –Larry Bird.
“Who the hell is this Larry Bird? He keeps signing his letters like that. I was