I wake up early to head out to my favorite coffee shop. I think today I should look for a job. I say goodbye to dad as he leaves for work and I head out also. Once I park and head inside, I see a help wanted sign in the window. I smile to myself. This would be my perfect hob. I love this place and I love the coffee. I walk into the store and ask about the help wanted sign. The manager came out and we talked for a while, and I start tomorrow. I order my usual and sit in my favorite spot. I had been sitting for about thirty minutes, thinking about school and starting work tomorrow and I saw Eric walk in. My heart starts to beat faster in my chest and my palms get sweaty. He turns to look at me and I smile and blush. He gets his coffee and quickly comes to sit down with me.

"Good morning, beautiful." He says as he sits down in front of me.

"Good morning. Didn't expect to see you here this morning."

"I usually don't, but something told me to come and get coffee here instead of making it at home."

"Well, I'm glad you came in. I got to see your handsome face this morning."

"You are a pleasant surprise too. Do you hang out here often? It seems like every time I come in here lately, I see you."

"Not usually, but starting tomorrow, you will see me just about every morning, if you come in. I start work here in the morning."

"Hmm, I might have to come in more often then." He reaches across the table and squeezes my hand.

"Well, I better get going before I'm late for work."

"Will I see you tomorrow?"

"Yes, you will. Are we still on for this weekend?"

"Absolutely."

"I'll talk to you later then." he says as he gets up and walks around the table to place a soft kiss on my lips. I watch him walk out the door. My fingers touch my lips as I can still feel his linger there. A smile crosses my lips as I eventually head home to do my chores. I had dinner ready when dad came home. Surprising that he didn't have to work late today. I was setting the table when I heard him come in.

"Hey, pumpkin. It smells good in here."

"Thanks daddy, I made roast chicken."

"MMM yummy, let me go wash up."

"Go ahead, dinner will be ready in a couple minutes."

He heads up to wash up as I finish setting the table and get dinner together. After a few minutes he comes into the dining room and we both sit down to eat.

"So, how was your day?"

"Not too bad. I got a job today."

"You did?"

"Yes, it is at the coffee shop, several days a week. It would be nice to have a little extra money, and I can put some away for school."

"I'm proud of you pumpkin. My little girl is growing up."

"Stop it daddy, you're gonna make me cry."

After dinner, dad cleaned up and we sat and watched tv til I head up to bed. As I climb into bed, I hear my phone go off.

Text- It was a nice surprise to see you this morning. Good luck on your first day. I may pop in to say hello. Sleep well my sweetheart."

Text- It was a nice surprise. I enjoyed spending some time with you. I am nervous for tomorrow. You have a good night too.

Text- Don't be nervous, you'll do great.

Text- Thanks, hope to see you tomorrow.

Text- Your welcome. See you tomorrow.

The next morning my alarm goes off and I slap at it to turn it off. I slowly pull myself out of bed and head into my bathroom to get ready for my first day at the coffee shop. I head into the shower to wash up and soon head into my bedroom to get dressed. I go into my closet and pull out a nice white shirt and khakis. I head downstairs to grab a bite to eat before I head out. As I walk into the kitchen, I see my dad sitting at the kitchen island drinking his coffee.

"Good morning, daddy." I say as I walk over to kiss him on the cheek.

"Good morning, pumpkin. Ready for your big day?"

"I am. I'm a little nervous though."

"You'll do great, honey. I have faith in you. Now get moving or you'll be late on your first day."

"Thank you, daddy. Gotta run. I'll see you tonight." I head out and jump into my heep and head off to the shop. About fifteen minutes, I parked and headed inside. I am greeted by Jennifer, the manager.

"Good morning, Amanda. Let's get you started."

We head to the back and she gives me the usual paperwork to fill out. After I am done she shows me around and introduces me to all the employees.

"Hi, my name is Heather. You will be following me for a while." A young blonde says as she shakes my hand with a smile.

"Nice to meet you. My name is Amanda."

"Great, now let me show you everything and we can get started." She shows me all the equipment and then shows me the recipe book for all the drinks they make. It's a little overwhelming, and she can sense it.

"Don't worry girl, I know it's a lot to take in at first, but you will bet the hang of it and i am here to help you."

"Thank you. I learn pretty quickly, though."

Heather has been showing me the ropes for a couple hours and I hear the door open. I look up from what we were doing and I see Eric walk in with a beautiful bouquet of flowers.

"Good morning. Thought I would come by and wish you congratulations in person."

I step around the counter and he hands me the flowers.

"Thank you, they're beautiful."

"Not as beautiful as you." He says as he kisses my cheek.

"Coffee this morning?" I ask.

"Of course, two sugars, no cream."

"Coming right up. I can make that." I chuckle as I go behind the counter, put down the bouquet and get his coffee ready.

"I was thinking maybe a movie this Saturday?"

"That sounds great."

"Pick you up after work and we can go get something to eat first."

"Okay, I get off at six."

"I'll be here then." He says as he walks out the door. I go to find something to put the flowers in.

"Wow, those are beautiful. How did you bag the most handsome man in town?" Heather asks.

"I haven't bagged him yet." I laugh as I put the flowers in a vase.

"That man is fine, and I hear he is a bad boy too. MMM, you are one lucky guy."

"I've just had one date with him. Our second is this weekend. I don't know how he feels about me or what this is."

"Girl, the way he looks at you. It's nothing but love. I think he has already fallen for you. He never even looked at me. His eyes were glued to you."

"Oh, stop girl. You are making me blush."

"Let's get back to work before the boss lady comes looking for us."

The rest of the day went great. Learning some of the recipes was easy. I think I'm going to enjoy it here. Heather is so fun to work with and I think I have made a new friend. We exchanged numbers and promises of hanging out together after work sometime. I am so glad we have become friends. I needed that in my life. I didn't make too many friends in school. It was just me and my dad. Once we had everything cleaned up we both headed home.

"See you tomorrow, girl! Had fun today. So glad you are working with me."

"Me too. I'll see you tomorrow."

I headed home and dad wasn't there yet. I'm guessing that he had to work late today. I brought in my flowers and put them in my room so dad wouldn't see. Maybe someday I will tell him about Eric, hopefully he will accept him. I make something for dinner and plate some for dad and wrap it up to put in the refrigerator. It's around nine when dad finally comes home.

"Hey pumpkin, how was your first day?"

"It was great. It was pretty easy. I made a new friend. Her name is Heather."

"That's great, honey. I'm so glad it went well."

"Oh, so I don't forget. I'm going to the movies Saturday with friends."

"What are you going to see?"

Don't know yet. We haven't decided. I guess we will decide when we get there."

"Alright, just let me know when you are heading home dear."

The rest of the week went great. Only had a few messes and a couple spilled coffees, so I was told I was doing very well for my first week. It was Saturday and it seemed like the day was crawling. It was finally six and time to close up shop. After we finish I head to the bathroom to change for our date. After I finish changing I head outside and I see him standing leaning against his car in a tight fitting t-shirt and well fitting jeans.