you were on vacation on the coast, in a boating bay town. it was almost the 4th of july. the days were hot and long, and the nights were cool and wet in the ocean. the only thing missing was arms around you.

a girl can dream, on vacation with her parents. until one night your dad has some construction buddies to the shore house.

when you see him, you're taken. you want his attention immediately. he has brown, going grey, hair, and big rough hands. strong arms. good for holding.

"hey there, honey." him and your dad's friends look up from their spots, nursing beers and chatting. you smile.