Going Solo: Gen 2.8 Kerri

Since getting back, Boyd was staying over more and more these days and my mind was at ease about his mom. It wasn't like we were living together, and he would be gone for a week or sometimes two at a time sadly, but he did at least call me when that happened. He kept a small supply of plasma fruit at my house, but I kinda enjoyed when he fed from me. It seemed to bring us closer in a way. Mom was out of town on a set when the winter festival came to town.

Boyd went with me and we had a fun time, until he abruptly told me we had to leave. I had just gotten back from getting hot chocolate when he took my hand and lead me from the park. When I asked what was up, he just said he was bored and ready to go. He'd never been so short with me before, but I didn't push it. I was getting cold anyway so going home wasn't a terrible idea. He felt bad for how he acted, so he made it up to me in great ways that night.

A few weeks later I asked him to come with me to Grams' house for the feast party. He declined so I went alone. (I have no clue why Graham threw a pool party in the dead of winter) I was a little bummed, but had a great time with family.

I learned that Graham and Ichelle were expecting finally. They'd been trying since they got married. It was a good thing for the house since Grams had been still sad over Alan's death. Her new grandchild would bring some joy back into her life. She was already planning to revamp Graham's old nursery for the baby. The kid was going to be spoiled. My paintings were selling well, I'd had a few people commission some from me. Even though it was my 'job' it never felt like work since I was doing something I greatly enjoyed. With dad retired, we got together often for dinner or just to hang out. He promised to let me paint him one day.

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Going Solo: Gen 2.7 Kerri

As much as I was enjoying life (other than paying bills), the urge to get another degree was tugging at me. I discussed it with Boyd, and he wasn't happy about the thought of me going away again. The local college didn't have the program I wanted for Science, so even without his support, I applied.

The acceptance came a few weeks later, I was excited and told him it wouldn't be as long as last time. He tried to be happy for me, and said he would house sit while I was gone. Once again I packed up my bags, and headed off.

Unlike last time, I opted to rent a house. After living alone all this time, I was not looking forward to sharing space with anyone. I enjoyed the 'college' experience last time, this time I was focused on getting my degree. Since the program was a shorter time, the course load was more intense. But also very boring, something should have told me that when I showed up for class and there was only one other student.

I'd also hoped that the whole, Kerri Gruber has a famous mom thing would have worn off but, sadly it seemed to be worse. I didn't want negative things written about me in those stupid tabloids so I would sign the pieces of paper shoved at me and try to smile.

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Going Solo: Gen 2.6 Kerri

I was enjoying being on my own. The place was great, with wonderful views. I was most excited for Boyd to come over, but he was again busy. His mom was doing everything in her power to keep him away from me because I wasn't like them. If she would just take the time to get to know me, she'd know that I was a pretty great person. We did talk or text a lot and he promised to come by soon. I also kept in touch with Shasha, I missed her. She promised to come out for a visit. Mom came by to check it out, she was still hurting over Lenny plus being on her own. We made plans to do weekly lunch, that seemed to make her happy.

Graham and Ichelle got married. It was a lovely ceremony, she looked like a Princess since so expense was spared. Everyone that was everyone was in attendance because of Alan. Life was going well until I got the call, Alan had died. Heart attack while at work.

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Going Solo: Gen 2.5 Kerri

Being back home was nice. Mom was very excited to have me back, she didn't like that I went out of state for school. Of course in true Mom fashion, she wanted to celebrate my return and graduation with a party. I wasn't a fan of big parties, but I agreed to make her happy.

Dad couldn't make it, he was out of the country doing a film. He was supposed to be retired, but everyone once in a while he'd take a role if it sounded fun. Everyone else was able to make it, except Boyd. He was working and couldn't switch his shift, but he promised to come by after work. I finally got to meet Graham's girlfriend, correction fiancée, Ichelle. She was a sweet girl and genuinely seemed to love Graham. She was already talking about starting a family and they'd just graduated college. I think it was because Graham wanted to give Grandma and Alan grandkids soon since they were both elders.

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Going Solo: Gen 2.4: Kerri

After semester break, it was hard to go back to living in the dorms. I had forgotten how much I missed my old bed, and the quiet. Mom and Lenny hadn't set a date yet, she wanted to wait until I finished my last term at university so I could help her plan things. Sadly I didn't see Boyd much on break. We talked some, but his mom kept him 'busy'.

I was a Fine Arts major, but that didn't stop me from wanting to learn other subjects. The science machine was an interesting contraption, and I played around with it when I could as well as continuing to search the galaxy.

The universe was so big and there was so much unknown about it. On the fun side, I also started to dabble in street art. It wasn't as interesting to me as painting, but the self expression side of it, made me want to try.

I arrived before Shasha did, but she called me as soon as she got back to campus. I met her over at the university coffee house.

She was really REALLY happy to see me again. We went in to have a cup of coffee and the barista told us they had installed a new photobooth upstairs. We started out just taking pictures, but like I said, she really missed me, and I missed her too! She knew about Boyd, so at least I wasn't 'cheating' on two people. But I didn't see what Shasha and I did as cheating anyway. It was more about experimenting with life. Yeah that was it, not cheating at all...but why did I still feel so guilty about doing it?

With this being my final semester, I really wanted to make sure I didn't let my grades drop.

Sadly I had the same boring professor, but I was hoping the new material would be enough to keep my interest. My roomies, lost that will to keep things clean so I was back to dealing with living with slobs.

And idiots.

Boyd sent me a gift with a card saying how sorry he was for not getting to see me while I was home.

His mom was pushing for him to put the needs of the family first, and he wasn't ready for that yet. When I called him to thank him, I tried to find out what he meant by that, but he was very vague saying it was nothing to worry about.

Shasha and I had one class together. I had room in my schedule for a technology class and that was her major. We again were study buddies, and then some.

Before I knew it finals were upon us again. I passed with a perfect GPA.

Graduation day came. I had made it, I was a college graduate.

 The first in my family. Everyone came, and I was surprised that Boyd showed up. He hadn't said he was coming, but mom said she told him not to tell me. It was great to have everyone there to share in my success.
 

Move out day came. Shasha was taking a few extra courses to go for her master's degree.

We promised to keep in touch. I would miss her, she had been a great friend. I knew that friendship would continue and we even made plans to visit each other.

I packed up my few belongings, and headed home.

**A/N--whew!!! I didn't think I'd ever get through those two weeks at Uni. It really is a repeat of things so not very interesting game play. But on the upside Kerri now has 1 degree down, 2 more to go!!! Can't wait to get her home and see how far all her paintings get her in her career. She has about 5 large ones in her inventory.**

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