The small kitchen was bare with a small oval table and vinyl, metal chairs. A few dishes were in the sink from the night before and the fridge looked as if bachelors lived there. His mother, Billy Jean, had a passion for baking homemade sourdough bread and spaghetti. There was plenty of this in the fridge and on the counter. The kitchen smelled of yeast and coffee.

Lisa helped herself to a cup, while she sat and waited for Cole to get out of the shower. The coffee was strong, but good and hit the spot, mildly subsiding her pounding head.

Written By: Ask Ms Mandi