Two Dinners

*Nathaniel*

“Why do you keep smiling like that?” Gerald asked.

“What do you mean?”

“You have this dopey grin on your face right now while I’m telling you about my crisis!”

“Sorry, man. I’m just…I’m in love.” I sighed.

“Really?” Gerald questioned.

“Yes. I have my perfect match. She’s everything, Gerald. Smart, sexy, funny…caring.”

“How hard did you hit your head in that accident?”

“Pretty hard, but I swear, it knocked some sense into me.”

“I’m really happy for you, but can we focus on me again?”

“Sure, sorry.”

“Thank you,” Gerald sighed. “I have a list.”

“Well let’s hear it.”

“A massage therapist.”

“Yeah?” I asked.

“Does that sound stupid?” Gerald whispered.

“It is a few steps below a doctor, that’s for sure.”

“Okay um…paleontologist?”

“Very limited job market.” I informed him.

“Construction worker?” Gerald asked.

“Dude.”

“This is hopeless. Just tell me about your girlfriend. I need some good news.”

“Well she’s-”

“Hello,” Willow strode into the room. “What’s up Gerald?”

“Nathani