Page 74 of Tell Me I'm Not Dreaming

“Yep. I’m not a particularly religious person, but I do recognize that there are forces bigger than us in the world.”

“What’s your favorite food?”

“Anything my mom makes.”

“Aw. Any siblings?”

“Nope, but I never felt lonely. I had plenty of friends and my cousins. You?”

“None biologically, but I consider my girls to be my sisters. Dream vacation?”

“Are we just doing rapid-fire questions now?”

“Yes, now answer.”

“Alright, bossy.”

“Not bossy, just curious.”

“Hmmm.” Kofi takes a minute. “St. Lucia.”

“Ohhh! That’s on our list for the next girls’ trip.”

“Where did you go on the last girls’ trip?”

“New Orleans.”

“I got to be careful when I go there. I always put on some pounds eating my weight in gumbo, beignets, and shrimp and grits.”

“Yep, my weakness is the red beans and rice.”

“Damn, it’s been a minute since I had my mom’s. I make it too, but it never tastes as good as hers.”

“I’d like to try yours.”

“Consider it done.”

“Thank you. Do you like animals?”

This question has always been a litmus test for potential partners. If they aren’t cool with being around Gingie, then they gots to go! Kofi seems like the type of guy who loves animals. Heclearly likes kids based on his reaction to Latrice’s baby. Liking animals is usually a given for men who like kids.

“I love animals and kids,” Kofi says. His eyes sparkle with delight as he answers.

Jackpot!

Suchi reminds herself that she just met this man, and to not get too far ahead of herself. But she is happy her instincts so far have been good.

“I have a dog. Do you want to see a picture of my baby, Ginger?”

“You look like you’d have a dog named Ginger,” he grins. “I’m sure she’s just as adorable as you.”

“I’m a grown-ass woman. I’m not adorable,” Suchi playfully protests.

“Oh, the on contrary. You’re very adorable, Ms. Suchi.”

“Doctor,” she corrects.

“Damn, for real?” he asks.