You're in my Spot 4

I was slated to start my freshman year at the same school that Cassie was going to this fall and needed to brush up on several subjects. Academia is not my strong suite. I'd failed second grade and had been set back a year as proof of that.

"I know Mom," I grumbled.

"Don't sound so glum, I think you're going to love going to college," she said reaching over and giving me a reassuring pat on the back.

"Maybe. I just don't like going into an unknown environment without knowing what to expect," I replied.

"Well if it'll make you feel any better Cassie said she'd be happy to help you out."

"Really? Cassie said she'd help me?" I asked, already sure of what kind of help she'd offer.

"Don't sound so surprised, your sister loves you just like I do. Damn, look at the time, I need to get ready for work."

With that she leaned over and kissed me on the cheek before getting up and heading toward the hall. Before she was too far away she turned and reminded me to use the delicate cycle on her cloth