I’m keeping you up way past what’s proper etiquette for a first date.” After a slight hesitation, he went on, “I want to kiss you again, but n...t out here where your buddies can see. Uh, look, if I’m pushing...”Tosha’s heart gave a thump when he mentioned the word “date.” “No. No. When shall I be here?” she barely got out without stammering.He looked embarrassed in the outside lighting, “Uh, would breakfast be asking too much?”She almost kissed him, but stopped herself from moving at the last. It’s been a few months since we've seen each other. “How could I possibly miss your birthday? You silly girl. Sam called and we figured it all out. Happy birthday, Blondie,” Cricket tells me. Her voice is soft, and she kisses my cheek. “I love the both of you; this is already by far the best birthday.” At this point Sam comes walking into the kitchen, a smile spread across his face. “Surprise, Blondie!” He hugs me, kissing my forehead, before going to hug Cricket. “I see you've made it here. “Yes baby that was great, but next time let me know you want to do this so we have time and I can come too.” I told him then kissed him and put my arms around his neck. “I’ll go out first and then you come out a few moments later okay?” I told him. He agreed and did what I asked. I just sat down then the dessert came to our table. “How is everything?” the waiter asked. “Great, everything is just wonderful.” I told him still fixing my hair from where Ryan grabbed it. Ryan came back and sat. " "Give me the sticks and skates. At least I can see them coming and I know what to do." "I'll stay with the stage, thanks. Less dangerous, most times." "You know, you're killing my image of the brave artist, up on stage and baring her soul to the masses." Ryan raised an eyebrow. "Now who's trying to butter who up?" "Caught me." He flashed a grin. "Come on, ready to go?" Brody took her hand again as they left and started retracing their steps up King Street. Ryan was a bit surprised, but didn't.