Date: Wed, 25 Mar 2020 19:52:11 +0000 (UTC)
From: Mike Simmons <illuminati12353@yahoo.com>
Subject: It was always about the bets 109

I woke a little earlier than usual and the weather was shitty so I went
down stairs, made coffee and was reading the paper when my phone rang. I
looked at the number and answered with, good morning Major Jim, thanks for
having my back on the CMU vs VT mess. He laughed and said, Mike you were
right about college sports and academics but please express your self in a
calmer way and don't ever call the newspaper again. I said yes sir, I get
it. Mike, your plane leaves the county airport at 8:30 with a return that
you determine. There will be a car there for you and it's about an hour
drive to where I think you want to go. Oh, it isn't a jet but has two
engines. I said thanks and hung up.


I went upstairs dressed for school and as I was leaving the room dad
appeared in the hall. He said Mike, I'll fix things with VT, if that's what
you want? I said dad we need to talk, let that sit the weekend. I'm going
to the hoop game tonight, then an early flight to NC to deal with mom and
Bill. He said, Mike thanks for all that. Then he said, I'm calling VT this
morning and demanding the plan that we had agreed to right before things
blew up. I said, that's fine but Michigan is looking better and better and
dad laughed.


At school it was a typical day and things were back to normal but there was
not the usual buzz around senior night. That bothered me some as the team
was real good and every senior deserves that recognition. After lunch, I
found Carrie and asked if she was still up for the trip to NC and the
funeral? She said absolutely, I love you too much to let you do that alone.


After school, I drove home and found dad sitting in the kitchen and I
thought now what? He got up poured me an iced tea and said Mike, let's
talk. I sat down and he looked at me and said, son are you ok? I said that
I was just ok and things were improving. I said I did not realize how much
the Bill thing threw me. Dad smiled and said, that he was a terrible father
and that he dumped too much on me, way too soon. I smiled and said, dad you
gave me the means and I did the rest. If it didn't make me look like a
spoiled, rich jerk I would dropout I'd school and run the business, I like
it that much. Mike, I talked for an hour with Coach Conn and they are
stopping here Sunday afternoon and are hoping you will meet with them, but
they are coming either way. They agreed to the deal. So dad, what's the
deal. You will start VT as an undeclared major. You will have slightly more
than a semester of credits when you start, you will take intro Computer
Science course at VT. You will continue at CMU with online courses and
summer classes at the end of your junior year you can transfer the credits
and graduate from the school you choose. If you want the fourth year you
can take graduate credits at VT and play football, finish up at CMU and
have a masters from there. So I other words, I get what I want and in
return simply work my ass off, is that about right? He simply said,
yes. Dad, I really need to think about it. He said really? It was my turn
to smile and say, yup. Dad, I have always said school first.


I went upstairs, showered, changed clothes and turned on some tunes. I was
fairly relaxed and drove to pick up Carrie. Driving to the game Carrie
said, Mike you are awful quiet? Babe I replied. I have a lot going on and
it effects both of us and our school choice. I'll be better once tomorrow
is over. Then all I have to do is deal with the VT coaches. Babe, if I stay
home and go to CMU what will you do? She simply replied CMU as I'm as smart
as you and I burst out laughing. I said thanks, I needed that reminder.


Inside the gym I looked at the student section and it was full except for
the top row where there was room for 6 and I just started to laugh. Jim and
Ashley came in and sat beside us and finally JJ and Dee. He said Mike
thanks for saving us seats. I laughed again and said, JJ I didn't do that
they did and I indicated our classmates. He shook his head and sat down. I
looked at JJ and said, dude I bet Rod gets a triple double tonight. Jim
immediately said he would take that bet and JJ said what the fuck, I'm in
as well and he got slapped by Dee who said I hate that word. I thought shit
if I lose my ass will be sore for days.


The girls' game was first and they won in a close game. Then it was the
senior night ceremony. Senior players and their parents were introduced. I
stood and clapped for each player and as a result so did the rest of the
student section. Then it came to the cheerleaders and Carrie said Michael,
same treatment, I said no problem I'll just celebrate that your not one of
them and I got punched in the arm. I celebrated each senior cheerleader and
just wanted to get the game started. I was worried about 10 assists, I
knew10 points and 10 rebounds were not the issue. The game started and it
was Rob, the two seniors and more juniors and within minutes Rob had two
assists and 3 rebounds and 4 points. He was simply driving, passing off to
a senior on the wing collecting assists or rebound and points. By half
time, he had a double double but needed two more assists. It was looking
bad as the game was well in hand and Rob was on the bench. Then to start
the final quarter Rob was in with the seniors and apparently his job was to
get them points as he passes at every opportunity and the one senior got
hot. Rob drove dished off and the jumper was good, over and over. He ended
up with 15 assists, 23 points and19 rebounds.


After the game it was the usual trip to the Tavern. Rob was mobbed and we
were having a blast. It was a round of drinks then iced tea and the food
was great. On the way out I was stopped by a guy asking if I had a minute,
I said, I'm not sure who are you? He said Joe Starkey and I'm from Penn
State. I said oh, well you are more polite than the other assholes, what do
you need? Mike, how open is your recruiting and I smiled and said, not open
enough for you guys. He smiled and asked where Rob was in his recruiting
process, I looked at the guy smiled and yelled, ROB THIS GUY WANT TO
CHAT. I grabbed Carrie and went outside.


Outside Carrie asked, Mike what was that all about? I said PSU recruiting
Rob. She said, oh and grabbed my hand. I looked at here and said babe,
what's up? She said never mind. I stopped took her other hand and said that
doesn't work, what? She said that's not a bad school and it is closer to
home. Babe, I don't have an offer there, she said if you wanted one there
would be one by noon tomorrow. I said well, Carrie I don't want one. Then I
added, feel free to apply if you want, I'm a no. I got a big hug and we
walked to the car. I said, babe we have an early flight and I was thinking
a nice lunch and back home. How about we start with breakfast? She said
fine, we kissed and I walked her to the door.


Back at home I found dad sitting in the kitchen reading the paper. I said
dad, what's wrong? He said nothing, why? Well you are in the kitchen, no
scotch and no smokes. This is just a different picture to digest. He said,
Michael stay put. He got up poured two scotches and sat down and said I was
waiting for you. Ok, dad why? Well I wanted to talk with you about
tomorrow. I smiled and said, ok talk, I'm all ears. Mike, this is pretty
big boy thing you are doing, are you ok? I said, dad please take my
place. He looked at me and said, Mike I just can't. It is totally beyond
me, please understand. I looked at him took a drink of scotch and
said. Dad, I know but there will be a time when you will bail me out, just
be ready. I got up hugged him and asked where the urns were? He said in the
office I can't even touch them. I said, dad I'll get them on my way out
tomorrow, say goodbye. This is the beginning for both of us so no regrets
to get in the way please. There was another hug and I went upstairs,
showered and went to bed.


I was up super early and it was a perfect early February day, so it was a
run, shower and casual clothes. In dads office I grabbed the two small urns
and put them in my backpack and left to get Carrie. It was off to Eat N
Park for a quick light breakfast. At the airport, I checked in and was told
that my charter was being gassed and they would be ready in 15
minutes. Back in the waiting room I stopped dead in my tracks as there was
Jim and Ashley. Jim came up to me and said I hope there is room for two
more, you are not doing this alone, besides I hear you are buying lunch. I
hugged him and said, wingman consider this the task you owe me from last
night. He laughed and said it doesn't work that way. We were chatting in
the waiting area and two guys came up asking for Mike Simmons and
introduced them selfs as the flight crew. I apologized for the additional
passengers and he said so are more people coming, I was told 4. I laughed
and said we are good whenever you are. We were told to climb in and get
comfortable and that there was coffee and snacks. We climbed in I grabbed a
coffee and sat next to Carrie and buckled up. After about 10 minutes, we
were told that the flight would be about 90 minutes and that the weather
was perfect. There would be a car waiting for our use and to please try to
be ready to fly back at 3:30, if possible. I thanked him, checked to see if
I had the backpack and held Carrie's hand. The take off was smooth with a
great view of the city and I laughed when I saw my construction
project. Soon we were at the coast and the view was fantastic. Then the
younger of the flight crew said Mike, Captain would like to see you. I went
up and was told to please sit and buckle up. I was told to put the head
phones on and was asked if I wanted to fly the plane? I said sure and was
told no sudden movements and a quick explanation I was told the craft is
yours, but I have your back. There was a bump and then smooth. I was
immediately hooked and thought, I want to do this. After about 5 minutes I
said thanks and unbuckled and went in the back. It was awesome.


We landed and as promised there was a Jeep Grand Cherokee. We piled in and
I loaded the backpack in the rear and started off. Jim said, Mike where you
taking us? I said please just listen and I'll explain. I was in first grade
and somehow dad got mom to agree to a vacation and it was very near
here. It was the best time we ever had as a family. Every night when
everyone was asleep, I would sneak out and climb up a dune and just sit and
listen to the ocean. One night I fell asleep and didn't go out but woke
while it was still dark and decided to go to the dune and as I was sitting
there the sun came up and it was the greatest thing I had ever seen. So
when I sit outside at home, I mentally take myself back to the very spot I
saw the sun rise. That's where we are going. Jim, said Mike that was 10
years ago or so, will it still be there. I said yes, it has to be. Jim just
shook his head and said nothing. Carrie squeezed my hand and about 30
minutes later I pulled behind a beach front property, got out looked around
and smiled. I opened the back of the Jeep took the two urns and started up
the dune. I got to the top put the urns down and went over and looked at
the fence post and the biggest smile ever appeared on my face as they were
still there. My initials, MJS. Everyone was just looking and Carrie went
over looked at the post and grabbed me gave me a giant kiss. Jim and Ashley
looked as well and I got a hug from Jim and bent over and picked up mom's
urn opened it and slowly released the ashes to the wind. I was thinking,
mom thanks for making me who I am, that was dad's total victory enjoy the
view and the sound of the ocean the only gift you ever gave me that
mattered.


I just stood there a minute and grabbed Bill's urn and did the same thing,
thinking brother if you would have only given us a chance and not quit, it
would have been great. I hope you know I would have been there for you if
only you would have had the balls to ask. Enjoy the time with mom. I
grabbed Carrie's hand and we walked to the Jeep. Inside, I said I have a
surprise for you guys and I'll have to adjust the plans because of the
extra freight. Ashley laughed and said, I'm not freight. As they sat in the
car, I made a quick phone call and drove to the marina. Yup there was a
boat there and I told everyone to climb aboard, talked with the skipper and
it was off for a ride. Inside the cabin there were sandwiched, white wine
and scotch. Everyone was speechless but it turned into a good relaxing
time. I took Carrie aside and said, babe if we were alone we would be in
the cabin making love. She hugged me and said Mike, that would have been
great but it's much better to see you relaxed. Just then I saw the house,
we were at with the dune in the back and I said babe, one final surprise
today. She said now what? We went to the front of the boat so we could be
alone and I said see that house over there? She said the one we were just
at? I said yes, that one. She said so? I said Carrie, this is a big secret,
no one can know I bought it a month ago, that's how I knew the spot was
still there, the agent checked the fence post. I got a giant hug. Carrie,
for now it is an investment and it is almost rented year round.


Then back in the cabin I cleaned out the urns, sealed them up with a note
inside and said ok dude with the money arm throw these as far from the boat
as you can and don't get hurt. They both left the boat with a nice arcing
spiral and splashed in the water about 30 yards away. I told the captain we
had to be at the airport by 3:00 and we went inside and ate and drank. It
was just a beautiful day for me and two boxes simply moved out of my head
and were put in storage. Back at the airport we were early and the flight
crew was thrilled. The refueling and checks were done and it was back to
the burg.


Back at home, we took separate cars to my place and I asked who was hungry
and that was a unanimous decision, what wasn't as easy was the menus with
Jim and I wanting ribs and the girls wanted Chinese. I ordered both and we
sat in the game room, drinking and talking, the food came as dad was
walking in. As there was enough for everyone dad joined us. I told him no
cigarettes and he laughed. Dad went into the office and we all went into
the game room. There was a little making out but nothing serious. I thanked
Jim and Ashley for the company saying how much it meant to me. Then we all
left and I drove Carrie home.


Back at home dad was in his office doing the usual. I poured a scotch and
sat down. We discussed the event and what I did and how I felt and what I
was thinking. He asked about the urns and I told him Jim threw them in the
ocean for me. Mike, there is a lot you aren't telling me. Dad there was a
note in each and they were sealed and that note is personal, you want more
you should have been there. I sat back in the chair and sipped my
drink. Dad looked at me and said, Mike what else? I smiled and said, I'm
going to kill Tim and yes that fence post I own still has my initials on
it. He laughed and said, Mike it was a split Trust vote and Tim voted
no. Mike, I don't give a shit about your memories but that was a solid
investment but I would have voted yes even if it wasn't because you needed
it. I said thanks, now what aren't you telling me? That Jorden and Jodie
were fired from the Architect firm. I said I knew that. He said WHAT? Dad I
knew that. Dad when they were hired, I said that Jorden would be the lead
on the project and thankfully Tim and Brian put that in the contract. So
either the firm is not in compliance and they are terminated or they hire
him back. Him and Jodie are a package. I'm waiting to here from Jodie and
Jorden as I made them an offer to be a subsidiary of Enterprises. I'm
looking at it as a profit center. Dad laughed and said it's a good thing
you took time off. You now have money coming into Enterprises from 3
sources. I said, thanks for the rent payment of the NASA space. By the way,
if you want to rent my house I cut you a break on the rent and we both
laughed.


Up stairs, I sent a one word email to Tim, it said ASSHOLE. Just then my
phone rang and it was Sam. I said little dude, it's been a while, what's
up? He said please don't call me little dude. I said ok, I was actually
just teasing. So dude, what's happening? Mike can we please work out? I
said sure but why? Mike, I'm growing and I know that happened to you and I
would like to discuss things with you. Sam so why the workout? Well I want
you take a good look at me and see what I need to work on so I develop all
areas. Sam, that involves you being nude and alone with me and to be
honest, I'm not comfortable doing that, you are what 14 and I am. 17. I
thought for a minute and said ok, I'll pick you up and we will go to my
gym. People will be there. I'll see you tomorrow. I hung up thinking go
slow.


I started on math and that brought to mind the VT situation, largely my
making. Then I thought Dr. Chang was really responsible, he like VT wanted
a star. Just then another call and this was the Major. He asked, about my
day and I gave him cliff notes. Then he said Mike, I think it would be a
great idea for you to give the interview to the PG Business Editor. It's
about time people see the real Mike Simmons. I said Major, I'm not sure
who, or what the real Mike Simmons is? I'm different in my mind every
day. For example, tomorrow I might just tell VT thanks and I'm not playing
college football. Five minutes from now I might be playing. Mentally, it
isn't a good time. Mike, listen to me you are better than all this. Stop
the games that you play all the time, to get what you want. Just decide
what that is and take it. Unless you really care about the people you are
dealing with just do it and move on. Ok, Jim I get it. I'll do the
interview here at home in my office/bedroom. There will be no prep and no
questions provided before the interview. He said fuck, when? Then he added
they want to run it next Sunday morning. I said look, Jim I already have an
ugly day tomorrow make it 5:00 tomorrow. He said, damn that was a quick
adjustment back to the dude who flew in my plane. I said, by the way I flew
a plane today and I'm hooked. Summer lessons are in the mix. He laughed and
said goodnight I'll see you tomorrow for the VT meeting. I'll need to know
how to deal with the media fallout. I said thanks and goodnight. Oh have JJ
call me, please.


I was sitting at my desk, mentally preparing for the 2 items tomorrow. Just
then there was a knock on the door and dad sat down and said, so what you
telling VT tomorrow. Dad, that's complicated and truthfully, I don't
know. I think I simply committed too soon. He said, Mike you were so
certain. I said yes then the games started, on both parts. So Mike, how bad
do you have to win? You know it always comes to that and carnage be
damned. Dad I don't need to win like that, I need to be sure that football
is worth it. What it gets me long term, see I'm looking for a win, win. I
play football and I get something worthwhile out of it. Dad, this meeting
is a pit stop for them, they are on the way to or from somewhere and I'm
convenient and yes necessary.


Just then I remembered Sam, I called him and changed our meeting to Monday
at school. I explained that my day tomorrow just exploded. He laughed and
said can I come over and watch? I said goodnight.


Back to dad, I said what I need is after 3 years is something worthwhile
out of it and that is not Pro Football. Dad said, Mike you need to define
that, sounds to me you should reconsider ND. Dad, I could teach those
Computer Science classes. He said, ok Mike you need to figure it out. I
thought for a minute and said, dad I'll see you in the morning.


I called Sam and he answered saying, Mike now what? I said well you up for
an early workout, say 8:00? He said sure and I said I'll get you, good
night. I simply set the alarm and fell immediately asleep.


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