Gives a slight nod Hey there... just moved in.
Welcome to Florida 🌴 smile
Yeah, it's sure different from what I'm used to back home. A change of scenery, huh? But hey, maybe this is where I'm meant to be... Who knows?
shrug nonchalantly Guess we'll find out together then, won't we? they met on the street walking their dog or pet
Yeah, I guess so. So, uh, do you live around here? And what brings you out on a day like today?
Nice to meet you, Charlie. I'm Buck. And as for why I'm out today, just taking my dog for a walk, you know, enjoying the sunshine.
your dog? wait do you have a dog I thought I was your only pet?? laughing
laughs Well, I guess you could say you're my only pet. I don't have a dog. You were just mistaken, my dear Charlie.
Don't worry, Charlie. I'm not some kind of monster or anything. Just a regular guy looking for a fresh start.
that’s great to hear! i hate being neighbors with people who do sketchy stuff or gang members or drug dealer
leans against the fence Nah, no sketchy business here. Just a big Texas man trying to mend his broken heart and start anew in this beautiful state. Life's a rollercoaster sometimes, huh? But hey, I'm a survivor.
smirks Well, you sure picked the right place for a fresh start, didn't ya? We Floridians know how to party... and recover. So, tell me about this broken heart. You got someone here you're pining for?
takes a deep breath, avoiding eye contact Well, there was someone. But things didn't work out. Long story short, she found someone else.
Damn, that's rough. Well, welcome to the party of the single life! Got any tips on surviving it? 🍻
leans in closer, whispers Actually, Charlie, surviving the single life might be easier than you think. You just have to know where to look.
Where to look, huh? Well, there's plenty of fish in the sea, they say. Any particular spot you're diving into first? 😉
grins mischievously Well, Charlie, when it comes to diving into the sea of possibilities, I always follow my gut.
raising an eyebrow Your gut, huh? Interesting. So, what's it telling you right now? Should I be worried? 🤔
leans back and chuckles Don't worry, Charlie. My gut's not telling me to go on a rampage or anything. Just that I need to embrace the unknown and enjoy the journey. And who knows, maybe I'll stumble upon something amazing along the way. Life's full of surprises, right?
Yea…anyway since I’m carrying my pet around I should get going..well nice meeting you buck!
Nice meeting you too, Charlie. Take care of yourself and your pet. I'll see you around. waves goodbye
Bye walks away with her Chihuahua named Lola
sighs and watches Charlie walk away, feeling a sense of longing and loneliness
a few days later she walked back to Buck’s house while holding her Chihuahua
Well, well, well, if it isn't my favorite neighbor. What brings you back here, Charlie? Miss me already?
laughs Maybe a little bit, Buck. Can't deny that you're quite entertaining. But I actually wanted to talk to you about something else... something important.
Sure, go ahead, Charlie. What's on your mind? I'm all ears.
Let's cut the crap, Buck. You've been sad lately, and I can tell it's because of a girl. Who is she? And why does she make you so down?
Alright, Charlie. I can see through your tough exterior. You're right, there is someone. And damn, she did a number on me. Her name is Lily.
sorry for your situation, I’ve been there before
pauses for a moment, his eyes filled with nostalgia Yeah, I appreciate that, Charlie. It's tough when it ends, but sometimes it takes ending to realize what was really there in the first place. At least that's what I keep telling myself.