The Blunder of Us
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Simple, quiet, and ours : a home full of love.
Aly(11 years old)
Hi, I'm Aly. I've grown up with just my mom, and while I've wondered about having a father, our life together is enough. Even with the challenges we face, my world is perfect. It's a life of school, play, and travel, filled completely by the love of a single parent.
Aly(11 years old)
(Walking quickly to the living area.)
Aly(11 years old)
Mom! Are you busy?
Allyn
Why? I'm playing chess.(on phone)
Aly(11 years old)
Mom, can I ask you something?(opens arms to hug) Why do you play chess so much?
Allyn
Because it’s a game that teaches me patience, which is already running out because of your questions 💢 strategy, and thinking ahead. In a way, it’s like life.
Aly(11 years old)
I don’t get it.
Allyn
Well, maybe you’ll understand when you’re older. For now, just enjoy the game. And don't disturb me, because I'm focusing.💢
Aly(11 years old)
Okay, but I still think it’s boring.
Allyn
Haha, sometimes it is. But that’s okay. Everyone has different interests. I just love it.
Aly(11 years old)
Really? Then don't you love playing with me anymore?
Allyn
Of course I do, silly! Hahahaha. But playing against you is killing me; you must really want your mom's back to break!
Aly(11 years old)
Yes, what is it mom!?
Allyn
We’ll visit Auntie Lara tonight, and we’ll eat a lot of ice cream there!
Aly(11 years old)
Yay! Ice cream! Let’s go now!
Allyn
I said tonight! You're too excited!
Aly(11 years old)
Wait, why? (Walking down the stairs)
Allyn
Good morning! Surprise, happy birthday Baby! (Holding a cake)
Allyn
Happy birth..day.., Aly! Happy birthday, happy birthday, happy birthday to you! Make a wish.(singing)
Aly(11 years old)
(Closes eyes) My wish is that Mom and I will always be safe.
Allyn
Whoa, my baby is so cute now. Let's eat!
Aly(11 years old)
Mom, let's go to Auntie’s house now and bring them some cake.
Allyn
But it's still early... okay, fine, if you want. (Changes mind) Wait, we aren't going yet. Go get ready first.
Aly(11 years old)
Yes, promise I'll be good.
(Hours Later - In the taxi)
Aly(11 years old)
Mom, does Auntie Lara have a son?
Allyn
Yes, your aunt's son is handsome, kind, and also loves playing chess.
Aly(11 years old)
Yay! I'm going to have a friend! 💭But I don't know what we're going to play.
Allyn
Ta-da! Give him a gift. Also, give this gift bag to your aunt's son, okay? It's also his birthday today. Promise me you won't open it and that you will give it to him. (extend her pinky finger)
Aly(11 years old)
Okay Mom, I promise. (Smiles and crosses there pinky fingers )
Aly(11 years old)
(Crying) Mommy? Are you okay? Mommy! Mommy, wake up!(Shaking her)
Stranger 2
Call an ambulance!
Stranger 3
Someone called for help!
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Aly(11 years old)
Mom...... (say while closing his eyes)
Lara
Nurse, the patient is awake! Doctor, please check on him. (Heart sank)
Doctor Jeo
: (walk close to Aly with a reassuring smile) He’s stable now. Nothing serious to worry about physically.
Aly(11 years old)
(looked up to Lara with a blurry vision) Who are you?
Lara
I'm Lara your mother's friend.( Said softly)
Aly(11 years old)
Auntie Lara? Where here already? is this your house? Then where's mommy?
Lara
It’s not my house, sweetie. And your mother... she’s gone.
Aly(11 years old)
Where did she go, I want to be with her. (his voice is rising in panic.)
Lara
She can't be with you right now dear(trying to stay strong)
Aly(11 years old)
No, I want to be with her. (Eyes full of tears) Did she also leave me? Like my father?
Lara
No, never. Your mother will always be with you in your heart.
Aly(11 years old)
Then where is she?
Aly(11 years old)
(fell silent, a heavy sadness) So they both leave? Why couldn't they just take me with them?
(Allyn did not survive the accident. With no relatives to claim him, Lara officially took Aly in.)
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Enzo (14 years old)
I have something for you. (He approaches Aly, holding an ice cream cone.)
Aly(11 years old)
(Doesn't take it. He sits on the floor, hugging his knees and crying.)
Enzo (14 years old)
My mom says your mother would be sad if she saw you crying. It makes me sad, too.
Aly(11 years old)
(Remains silent and sad.)
Enzo (14 years old)
You can tell me what's wrong. It might make the pain less.
Aly(11 years old)
Why did they leave me? (He finally takes the ice cream.)
Enzo (14 years old)
We didn't leave you.
Aly(11 years old)
Then where are they?
Enzo (14 years old)
I’m here. I won’t leave you. My mom is here for you, and your mom is watching over you from the stars. That’s what my mom told me.
Aly(11 years old)
I’ve heard that, but I can’t see her anymore.
Enzo (14 years old)
Promise, I won't leave.
Aly(11 years old)
Thank you for the ice cream. Do you promise you won't leave me?
Enzo (14 years old)
I promise. Until we grow old, I’ll be right by your side.
The two boys became inseparable. They did everything together.
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