Him and I

Chapter 15

Tyrene Pov

I was so excited for the next few days. We were about to go on vacation and I couldn't wait. I was so happy. We were going to an indoor water park in Nashville. Antrez rented an SUV. We were all to meet and Nanas house and park there. I bounced in my seat. Dad and I were heading to the house now. I've been packed for almost a week. When we parked, I ran out the car and into the house. Nana was on the couch with her little suitcase. "Baby tell Antrez to put my suitcase in the car." I nodded. "Yes ma'am." I hugged her. I hear Anthony pull up. What is my dad doing outside? I run to the door and see Anthony pulling his duffle bag out his back seat. I'm really ready. He puts it on his shoulder and walks towards Dad. He dapped him up and nodded. He saw me and opened up his arms. I ran to him and hugged him. He hugged my back. Antrez cleared his throat behind me. I turned to hug him. He picked me up. "I'm sorry I'm so hard on you. I wanna drop all that and have a good trip." Where did this come from? He was talking like I was mad. I just looked at him. "Uh okay." He smiled and kissed my cheek. "I love you." Awe. "I love you too Uncle Antrez."

We loaded up the car will all the luggage. I get the whole back row to myself because I'm special and plus none of they big asses gone fit. Antrez is driving there. Anthony and dad haven't decided who's driving back. Nana made us pray before we hit the road. And we are off. Antrez driving. Nana in the passenger seat. Dad and Anthony in the row in front of me. Me laid out across the back. We left Nanas house and hit the express way. I was prepared to sleep the entire time. I did not. Instead I listened to the stories the told about old family vacations and their dad. I really wish I could meet this Mr.McAddams. After about an hour or so of that the sung songs on the radio. Nana is quite the old school rapper surprisingly. I just listen. I remember when mom and I would take mini vacations. Those were the good days. These days are some how better.

We stop at a huge gas station. It's got cloths and everything. I get out with Antrez because I'm thirsty. I walk in to the store and look for the drinks. I find the technology instead. There's a blue camera that prints pictures instantly. I want it. I grabbed the camera and looked around. I could steal it. I look around again. No. I put it back. I don't wanna ruin this great family time. I walk past it and head to the drinks. I grab mine and meet Antrez at the register. He pays  and we exit together. I climb in the back seat and pout. I kinda wish I would have stolen the camera. I'm glad I didn't but I wanted it. Antrez got in the car, but we didn't move. Why we still sitting her. I leaned up to dad. "Why we waiting?" He turned his face. "Anthony decided he wanted something last minute." Oh. Ok. He gets back in the car and hands Antrez the bag. I guess it was for him.

We drove for about 3 more hours before I saw the 'Welcome to Tennessee' sign. I'm  literally bouncing in my seat. An hour later, were at the lodge. Eeeeeeee. I'm so ready. Antrez parks and Dad gets out. I'm so ready for this. Dad comes back with key cards and a luggage tote thingy. Antrez ans Anthony Get out and start loading it up. I walk to the front and stand by Nana. She puts her hand in my head. "How did I get so lucky?" I wanna laugh at her, but I know she's serious. Dad motions for me and Nana to come. I yank away from her and hop on the luggage cart. "Ty get..." Dad was cut off by Nana. "Let her enjoy herself Andre." Nothing was said after that. Anthony pushed me all the way into the lobby and to the elevator. We didn't stop till we got to the room. Dad unlocked the door. My hearts beating so fast. The room is beautiful. It's set up like a small apartment. There are two big beds and a couch. A little kitchen area is to the side and twin bathrooms. One by the kitchen another by the bed. I hopped off the cart and jumped on the bed. I just laid there. This was the life.

It didn't last long.

Antrez hit me with a pillow. "Getcho ass up!" I rolled over and laughed. "Uncle Antrezzz!!" He laughed and sat down. "Nah but I got some for you." I sat up. I looked at him and noticed his hand behind his back. Dad was in the room sitting in the chair drinking a cup of water. Antrez pulled a plastic bag from behind his back. I open it. It's the camera from the gas station. I squealed. It had boxes of film and the camera in it. "I saw you in the store. I'm glad you made the right decision. I did not want to beat yo ass." I smiled. I'm happy too. Dad piped in. "I'm glad I'm not beating yo ass for no reason." Nana laughed. I didn't care. I was happy to have the camera. Now I can take all the pics of us this vacation.