I'm really proud that Triad voters came through for the kids.

We won three quarters but came up short on the scoreboard again. I was proud of the effort our kids gave tonight, and hopefully we can come back Friday and get a win to get things started again.

Come on, Arianna,” I plead as I hold her close, “come back to me.

I couldn’t leave you alone with them. I’m your Guardian and I swore to protect you, no matter what.” And if anything had happened to you I’d never be able to forgive myself. You’re already too important to me, and it scares me.

The dreaded but. Why is there always a but?

We fall into silence and I let out a defeated sigh, resting my head against the cold stone wall. Great, just great. I’m not only stuck who knows where for who knows how long, but I’m stuck here with a crazy chick who thinks she can see the future.