Still in America with my boyfriend
For the first time in my life, I feel like I'm somewhere I truly belong
But there's a problem
Will my friends and family be okay with me moving here permanently?
They know how much my boyfriend and I love each other
And how well he treats me
And how happy he makes me
And how much I've enjoyed my stay in America
And how hard it was for me to get along in Japan
I call my parents to talk to them about the prospect of doing so
I'm afraid they won't approve of the idea
To my surprise, they're not against it
They're a bit saddened and worried, by their own admission, but they think it would probably be good for me
They know my boyfriend is a good man who cares deeply for me
So if I really want this, they're willing to let me give it a shot
Just want me to stay in contact with them through calls, emails and visits
And for me to introduce them to any grandkids I might give them
They say my friends will probably accept my decision too
I thank them for understanding and we hang up
So overwhelmed with emotions I start crying
I hear footsteps running to my room
My boyfriend bursts in and asks me if something's wrong
Kami, what did I do to deserve such a kind and caring boyfriend?
I smile through my tears and tell him what happened
He sits down next to me and wraps me in a hug
Starts stroking my hair
After all this time, he can still make me weak in the knees
"Your parents really care about you."
"I know. I'm so glad we can be together here with their blessing."
'And maybe someday, they'll be your in-laws', I think to myself.