Transitioning Responsibilites (or High School Fever)

*Mike decides to go to the restaurant near school* *Michael changes out of the shower and into his clothes and gets his bag for school, Michael goes downstairs* Mike: Sorry Mom, I got to be early, trying to make an impression on the new year. *Mike's mom doesn't totally agree but she understands* Carol: Ok, Michael, see you later tonight, you're coming home for dinner right? Mike: Yeah, I'll come home, probably. Carol: Ok Hun, see you tonight. Mike (thinking): Stop with the Hun, I'll think about dinner. *Mike leaves and Carol ponders* Carol (sighing): I've got only two years with my baby boy, it hasn't been the same since Autumn has graduated and went to college in Indiana. *Mike initially walks but catches up with his friends, one of which is named Darryl who's driving an old Chevy truck.* Darryl: Hey Michael, what's up? Mike: Nothing much, Darryl, just ready for a new year and heading up to the coffee shop and for a quick snack, how about you? Darryl: Driving to the Gas Station with Josh and Cameron, wanna join us?