Meet Me at the Lake

Eric’s gone. He left a note in his bunk. Just eighteen words. I counted. “Maggie, I’m sorry but I can’t be a dad. I wish you all the happiness in the world.” He didn’t even sign it. I knew he was shocked about the pregnancy. I knew he was surprised I wanted to keep the baby. But I thought he’d be in this with me. I thought he loved me. How can I be a mother if I can’t even pick a boyfriend? Peter was right about him. It’s been more than a month since Peter and I have spoken, and I miss him. I need him. He’d know exactly what I should say to Mom and Dad. I never thought our fight would last this long.