CHAPTER 53: CEMENTING RELATIONSHIPS

"Isa, I'm in the midst of making an important life decision and I have no family to discuss my relationship goals with. You're experienced, a mutual friend of us both- Calvin and mine. So help me with your expertise on this subject," Hazel pleaded.

"Fine, let me help you reach a conclusion all by yourself. See, many of us don’t date for long-term viability. I call this pursuing The Prom Date," Isabelle coached while sipping coffee with snacks. "So before I venture into the topic further, tell me what’s an ideal prom date in your opinion ?" Isabelle questioned.

"Someone who looks great in pictures, gives you a night full of fun, and makes you look cool in front of your friends," Hazel replied.

"Yup ! Many of us finished high school more than a decade ago, and yet we’re still using the same rubric to evaluate potential partners," Isabelle commented.

"I understand,