Maria had done her hair and makeup beautifully, something she hadn’t done alot, but tonight was special. She was going out with Joel, a guy she had met online. They’d talk over messages alot and Maria had really liked him. Maria was putting more efort into what she wore and what she looked like today, just for Joel.

Joel had gotten out of bed after laying there for a while. He was nervous, very nervous, what if Maria didnt like him? He was unsure if he even wanted to go on this date. What if Maria didnt like him? That was the thought circling through Joel’s head the whole day.

Joel had began to get ready. Putting on his fanciest suit and tie, and a spritz of cologne. he couldn’t tie his tie though, having his mom come over and tie it for him. Although it was a bit embarrassing he told the story to Maria over text messages, giving her something to laugh at.

Over the cellphone Maria saw the message, she laughed uncontrollably, something she hadn’t done in a while too. It was as if Joel was bringing out another side of her, one that she left in the pass when her father died in an elevator. The elevator cables had been loosely tied together making the elevator fall down multiple stories and kill everyone in the elevator.

Maria was traumatized from this event for life, scared, she didnt know how to carry on with her life after this event. But like everyone, after some time and therapy she let go of that memory. Maria was confused, she hadn’t frlt this feeling ever since her dads accident, she felt love, love from Joel. He was always there for her. Especially when she had harsh memories from her father.

Maria texted Joel for the last time before going outside to his car. “ I need you..”