*This is a first-person narrative. I will be telling the story from the perspective of the male character. I hope to make this a multi-part series*
Spring has finally arrived in East Tennessee. We’ve had beautiful weather and everyone seems to be enjoying time outdoors. The Covid-19 shutdown is impacting everyone in some way. I’m a teacher, so, since schools are closed, I’ve tried to keep myself occupied to the best of my ability. I typically go to the gym after work, but the gyms are shut down, too. To keep myself from falling apart, I’ve been working out some at home. I’ve also been enjoying going for a run several times a week. Along my chosen route, I run by the home of a neighbor who has an 18 year old daughter. She’s a high school senior, a track athlete, and incredibly smart. She also happens to be absolutely beautiful. Her parents are still working, so she’s at home alone during the day. During one of my runs I noticed her sunbathing in her front yard. I wasn’t expecting that. I was completely minding my own business, enjoying the sunshine on my face when I just happened to look over and see her lying there. My heart began to pound in my chest, and it wasn’t because of the jog. I tried not to stare, but couldn’t help myself. She is perfect. I kept on running, but couldn’t get her out of my mind.