Narrative Essay Over Summer Vacation

Over summer vacation, I was faced with the decision of making one friend happy while knowing it would hurt the other. About three months ago, in the middle of August, my family and I were sitting around the table enjoying that night's dinner. We were talking about everyone's day and what plans we all had for that evening. As our conversation continued, the topic of vacation came up. My family planned to go to Virginia Beach for a few days, and we were leaving that upcoming Friday. Considering we only had a week until we left, we all started talking about what we had to pack, and who was sitting where in the car. As I thought about it, I realized that my car had seven seats in it, and we were only taking six people. Jokingly, I mentioned …show more content…
My family loves Bella, we’re best friends, and she also hasn't been to the beach since she was little. On the other hand, Bella and I begin arguing whenever we are together for too long, her parents would have to change their entire schedules because she wouldn't be able to babysit, and Bella would miss her little sister's first time cheering this season. That brings me to Olivia. My family also really likes her, this would give us more time to become even closer, and she would love to get away from her brothers for a little bit. There are some problems though. Some include the affecting her asthma, she gets heat sick quickly, and she has already gone to the beach that summer. I spent some time thinking about it, and then my parents told me that I needed to make a decision soon. After a few minutes I finally went to get my phone and call either Bella or Liv. As I looked down at my phone I had to decide; do I click Bella, or do I click Liv's name? Then, I thought, do I hurt Bella's feelings, or do I hurt Olivia's feelings? Finally, I clicked a name and the phone started ringing. It rung for a few seconds before someone finally answered. We said our hellos and when she asked me why I called, I finally said, “Bella, my parents said you can come on vacation with me.” She yelled in excitement, and we talked for about ten more minutes before going to …show more content…
We spent a few hours sitting in the car, mainly sleeping, and then we were finally there. Bella and I had a great time with my family. We spent most of our time at the beach, we went to the indoor pool a few times, and we made so many great memories over those four days. Once we got back, we gave Olivia the shirt and bracelet we’d bought her, and she loved it! I’m glad I brought Bella with me! In the end, Bella was happy she got to come, and Liv was happy with the things we got her. I was glad that both of my friends were happy with the decisions I made, and after that I knew that Bella and Olivia were true