Unity – Part 2

“So, this is what it all boils down to; you and I trapped on a second date because of what, we don’t want to hurt someone’s feelings? But is it ok if we’re inconvenienced and have to spend time together when we both know this isn’t going anywhere?” voiced Truth. “How do you know it isn’t going to go anywhere?” asked Brian. “You’re white and I’m black” stated Truth. “Aren’t those the words you used to describe us to Yolanda?” “Did I lie?” countered Brian. “Color shouldn’t play a part in whether or not you and I can get along Brian” replied Truth. “I don’t even know why you would bring it up unless you were looking for the easy way out” confessed Truth.

“The easiest thing to do would be to string you along and have you thinking that I was into you then after I’ve gotten what I wanted, use color as an excuse to leave” countered Brian. “The hard part is trying to find common ground with you so that we may get to know one another better. You may be upset with Yolanda right now but she has become a good friend to me and I’m willing to trust her judgment that you and I can find common ground on which to build a solid relationship. Whether that be friendship or something more” said Brian. Looking at Brian as if she wanted to be anywhere but at her friends wedding reception with him, Truth said “I’m willing to find out if we can find some common ground on which to build a friendship… or something more”.

“So Truth, be honest with me this time. Did I pick the perfect guy for you or not? asked Yolanda. “How can I say this and not hurt your feelings?” queried Truth. “Over the years, you have set me up with guys who aren’t ready, who aren’t willing and even that one who wasn’t able to effectively communicate his needs in a relationship. But you setting me up with Brian was the last straw and I’m here to tell you… Thank You. Getting to know Brian -the person, has been an eye opening experience for me and has shown me the limits I’d placed on my life and who I allowed in my life. We are taking our time to really get to know one another’s culture, history and faith.

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