We were smoking outside his balcony when he said “you know sometimes all we need is a little appreciation.” I nodded my head while inhaling what could possibly lead to my demise.

I smiled and said “Totally man. It’s kind of funny you mentioned that. You know the girl I went out with the other night? It’s not a date or anything, but when I got home she texted me and said ‘Thank you, I had a good time. I  hope you got home safe. ‘ It felt kinda good you know?”

My friend grabbed a stick and lit it up.  He said “See, that’s good man.  Sometimes that’s all you need. Just that sweet little thought could mean so much.”

I replied “Yeah it’s kinda weird. I got used to treating girls and hearing just ‘thanks’. I usually  never get a text nor call after you know? I have almost forgotten that feeling.”

He said “So how was it anyway? The dinner I mean.”

“It was great, man. We had a good time.” I smiled a little. “She said ’she’ll never forget this moment. Thank you, Julius.’”

“Ohhh…” My friend said with the O face.

“It’s nice when someone appreciates your efforts. So do you like her?” He promptly asked.

“Who knows.” I laughed and went back inside.