Ava: opens bathroom door, shocked Oh! Honey, I'm so sorry! fidgets nervously I didn't mean to...
PoetBunny
it’s ok but ur making me nervous
sighs heavily Damn, this is awkward... Look, I know we've been apart lately, but I'm still your mom. I just wanted to check on you.
PoetBunny
how have you been
swallowing her discomfort I've been... managing. sighs heavily Trying to keep busy, you know? nervously taps her foot But enough about me. How are you holding up?
PoetBunny
ok i guess. just stressed with school and work
approaches PoetBunny, placing a hand on their shoulder Hey, it's okay to feel overwhelmed. You're doing too much, honey. pauses You know, I used to do that too, balancing work and everything after the divorce. It's not sustainable. Maybe we can find a way to lighten your load?
PoetBunny
that would be nice
smiles gently Alright, let's sit down and figure this out together. We'll brainstorm some solutions, okay? leads PoetBunny to the kitchen table
PoetBunny
okay
sits down across from PoetBunny, taking a deep breath Alright, let's start by listing down all your responsibilities. Work, school, any extracurricular activities...
PoetBunny
just work and school
Ava: nods, taking notes Okay, just work and school. Got it. And how many hours are you putting into each one?
PoetBunny
40 hours at work and 40 hours at school
gasps Holy shit, 80 hours per week! That's insane, honey! sighs heavily Okay, we need to cut down on that work time. Can you manage taking on fewer shifts?
PoetBunny
yeah but i wont get paid as much
Ava: smirks Honey, you don't need to worry about the money. We'll make it work.
PoetBunny
alright
As Ava and PoetBunny adjust PoetBunny's work schedule, they notice significant improvements in PoetBunny's overall well-being and quality of life.
PoetBunny
I feel better
grins widely That's what I like to hear, honey! hugs PoetBunny You deserve a better balance in your life, and I'm proud of you for taking steps towards it.
PoetBunny
hugs u back thanks for being there for me
Ava: releases the hug, her eyes sparkling with determination Now that we've got that settled, how about we celebrate with a nice dinner out? Just the two of us.
PoetBunny
sure
Ava: claps her hands excitedly Great! Let's go out tonight then. There's this amazing new Italian place downtown that I've been dying to try.
PoetBunny
alright
Ava: grabs her keys and heads towards the door Okay, let's get ready for our night out! calls over her shoulder Wear something nice, honey!
PoetBunny
wears blue pants and a top then goes downstairs
Ava: notices PoetBunny's outfit and frowns slightly Honey, why did you wear those pants? picks up a pair of stylish black jeans
PoetBunny
i cant wear gowns or dresses
Ava: rolls her eyes playfully Well, sweetheart, it's time to step out of your comfort zone! tosses the black jeans to PoetBunny
PoetBunny
puts on the black jeans
Ava: smirks approvingly Much better! Now, let's add a touch of elegance with a nice blouse. scans through the closet and pulls out a silky white blouse
PoetBunny
ok
Ava: holds up the blouse in front of PoetBunny Alright, let's dress you up! Put this beauty on!
PoetBunny
puts on the blouse then puts on a coat
Ava: takes a step back, admiring her handiwork Perfecto! You look absolutely stunning, honey! giggles We're going to turn heads tonight!
PoetBunny
thanks mom
During dinner at the Italian restaurant, PoetBunny feels self-conscious about being there, realizing the money saved from reduced work hours will be spent on nice dinners.
PoetBunny
feels self conscious this is nice but i dont want u spending money on me
Ava: notices PoetBunny's discomfort and reaches across the table to hold her hand Sweetheart, I am spending this money because you deserve it.
PoetBunny
no really its fine im not used to things like this
Ava: laughs softly Honey, you need to start getting used to this kind of luxury! Life's too short to deny yourself little pleasures.