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 So, I’m not really great with introductions. But this is basically a story that I’ve been meaning to write for a while now without really knowing why or what I would really want out of it.Anyhow, I am Paul. I am a normal guy, “street smart”, pop culture-savvy, music enthusiast, creative, and always curious. My curiosity would almost always get me into trouble. I also usually have a lot of thoughts in my head which makes me an overthinker.However, my ultimate dreams are simple. To be able to build a home, nothing grand, just something that I could be comfortable with. To save enough for when I grow old, so that I could finally break free from the corporate world which has held me hostage for the longest amount of time. To be able to just sleep sound and not having to worry about the alarm going off.These thoughts have been running through my mind since I was a little boy. Yes, my curiosity already knew about those things even when I was young. I would often sneak out at ni

  Hola! Hope you guys are having a wonderful time unlike me. I have been constantly checking out the new girl at work, but I can’t seem to really talk to her. Something in me just pushes back, and I really don’t know how to initiate a conversation. At that time, I really didn’t want to botch up my chance in getting to know her better. But time is running out. Seeing that she is so beautiful, I am not the only one who’s attracted to her. I wanted to make a move — but I’d simply let fate determine if she was to notice me.I had been working with the company for quite a while, so much so that they had picked me up to do support for other employees. I was going about my day when lo and behold, a message popped up and – you already know whose name came along with it.  “Hi! Uhm, I’m trying to figure out how to fix an issue with a customer. Can you help me, please?” said Audrey. In my mind, I was like, Oh my god! This is it! What should I do? “Hello, Audrey! Sure

 It has been almost 6 months since I met Audrey, and my heart still flutters when she laughs, when she smiles. We got to dance to her favorite songs on a rainy morning. Eventually, we were having our first “breakfast” together. And yes, it’s just the two of us. Sitting in front of me, her hair has grown longer but still frames her face well. When she smiles and her round eyes squint, it feels like McDonald’s served more than McMuffins and coffees, but a shot of romance too.“The world's not forgiving of everyone's fears... The days turn into months, the months turn into years... So just for the moment, let's be still...”McDonald’s does know how to set the mood. “Why are you looking at me like that?” she asked shyly. “Oh, uhm, nothing. Your hair looks good on you,” I replied.   “Uhm, thanks!” she said smiling. “Hey, Paul. Why don’t we play a game?” she asked. “What game?” I asked, confused with what game she had in mind. “It’s an easy one! We’re just gon

 One day, I suddenly remembered a plan I had when I was a little kid. A plan that I wanted to do for so long – with the right person. I had a gut feeling that I wouldn’t want to do it with anyone else but her. I remember that she mentioned “beach” when we hung out last time. So I collected the courage I had that day and sent Audrey a message. “Hey, Audrey. I was wondering if you had plans over the weekend?” To which she responded, “No, Paul. Why?” “I was wondering, have you ever been to Baler?” I asked nervously. “No. But I’d love to go there!” she said. “I’m planning to go and spend the weekend there. Would you like to tag along?” I continued. “Oh my! Sure! I just need to finish some household chores and let my father know. That would be awesome!” she exclaimed. “Cool! Now I don’t have anything planned. You’re okay with doing things there on-the-fly?” I replied. “Yesss!” she said.Surprised with what just transpired, I couldn’t contain my happiness and jump

 It’s the day I get to meet Audrey’s family. I don’t know how they’re going to like me after seeing their daughter come home with a red left cheek because of my ex-girlfriend. I don’t even know how they’re going to react when I tell them that I have kids to begin with.Audrey and I headed out for our usual after-shift date. The sun was shining and the atmosphere felt great, but I couldn’t stop worrying about our lunch with Audrey’s family later. At McDonald’s, “One Call Away” was playing when we came in.Audrey ordered her usual 2-piece pancakes, and I ordered a sausage McMuffin with egg and iced coffee. “So, are you ready for later?” Audrey asked. “Not really. I’m really worried. I don’t think that they’re going to like me,” I answered. “Relax. My dad is a bit opinionated, but he’s a good person,” she reassured me. “Okay, okay. I won’t think much about it. Should we bring a cake for later?” I asked. “Sure, they’d love a simple chocolate cake,” she answered.Audrey