Ben
But you know what you want it to be?
Me
I want her. I don’t know any of the details, and everything about it is low key terrifying, but I do know that.
Ben
That’s enough for now.
Me
You think?
Ben
I know. Obviously what you have is special.
Me
How do you know?
Ben
Because you opened yourself up for the first time since Allie. That’s a big step, and I know you wouldn’t take it for anything except something very, very real.
Me
You’re right about that. And thank you.
Ben
For what?
Me
For saying Allie’s name.
Ben
Is that something you need?
Me
I like when people say her name. It makes me feel like she won’t be forgotten.
Ben
Then we’ll say it more. I’m sorry if we haven’t said it enough. We loved her too, Jordan, and we all think about her. Every single day.
Me
Thank you. I needed to hear that.
Ben
And with Jo? Just enjoy the ride. I really am happy for you, brother (maybe even real brother soon because, Hallie’s sister).
