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Dana

"Yes, Mom. I'll be there. I might be bringing a friend if that's all right?" I pressed the phone to my ear and leaned against the glass window at the end of the hall in the hospital.

"A girl friend or a boyfriend?" My mom's probing was never subtle.

"A boyfriend. I'm dating this guy on and off and I think you'll really like him."

"Oh nice! I'm so excited for you. Why didn't you mention this earlier?"

"Because I know you like to get up in my business, and I wasn't sure I was ready for that."

"And now you are?" I'd hurt her feelings.

"I think so. Is it just you tonight?" I turned as someone tapped me on the back. Jackie stood behind me, bouncing on the balls of her feet like she was about to burst at the seams with great news.

"No. Your sister and brother will be here, and your Uncle Pino."

"All right Mom. I'll be there around six tonight, okay?"

"See you then, Mija."

I pulled the phone from my ear as Jackie let out a long squeal. I smiled in spite of myself. "What?"

"He called! He
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