Nico was glad that cat was understanding of his situation, she gave him her condolences. He had rescheduled the date for the weekend after his nephew’s funeral. Nico made it through a busy week at work and then went to Juanitos funeral, it was more celebration than a sad affair because Juanito would have wanted it that way. Nico gave a speech “Angela who is a soulless corporate lawyer actually has a heart, she did a great job, with all the arrangements.” Nico and Anna both thanked her for her work. Nico had to make a joke about his lawyer sister during his remembrance of Juanito because that’s what he does. His mom grabbed his arm and slapped him on the hand. “Juanito was a fierce and wild soul, who knew that everyday was his for the taking. He never asked for much other than a friend from me as an uncle, I was always down to kick it with him, no matter what, he also helped me when I was drunk and being a fool. I will always keep Juanito in my memories.” Anna gave Nico a hug after his speech. His mom on the other hand was not happy with Nico. “Mijo making jokes about your sister at your nephews funeral, you should be ashamed of yourself” she scolded Nico “Lo siento mama” Nico replied. Nico said his goodbyes and headed home. When he got back to his apartment he saw his friend Matt hanging out on the steps. “What’s up man!” Nico gave his friend a hug and a fist bump. “I’m moving to Idaho” Matt said matter of factly. Shocked Nico responded “alright that’s a little strange, why the switch” Matt quick to respond “I’m just tired of Colorado and all the hipsters” Nico did his best to not laugh but couldn’t help it. “I understand completely.” Matt was saying goodbye, Nico was tired of goodbyes. He headed inside and slept for the rest of the night. After a week that seemed like it lasted for an eternity, he was ready for his first date with Cat. So he headed up to the tea house in Boulder. He was nervous about the date but not letting it effect his mental state. He needed to remain calm so he took some deep breaths. Got of the bus at the station, walked over to the tea house which is a brick by brick rebuild of an actual tea house in Tajikistan. He sat down at a table by the fountain as he waited for Cat.
To be continued....